The LeRoy Neiman Art Studio

Hands-on art activitie all week! Join us in The LeRoy Neiman Art Studio

April Art Studio Calendar

Print & Press: Ziplock Art Fun!
Facilitated by CDM Visual Art Specialist Muneeba Zeeshan
Tuesday – Friday
April 1 – May 2
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Embark on a creative journey where art meets everyday objects! Turn a plastic ziplock bag into a printing press as kids color, press, and reveal vibrant designs. They’ll explore fun techniques like writing messages backward so they appear the right way when printed. Watch the colors blend and transform in this hands-on printmaking adventure!

Create LEGO San Jose, Brick by Brick
Facilitated by Artist-in-Residence Zachery Ramos
Saturday and Sunday
April 5 – 27
10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Come visit the Purple Museum and help create Lego San Jose! Make your neighborhood and favorite food spot or build what you dream for the future. Help build San Jose brick by brick!

May Art Studio Calendar

Lego Skyscraper Building Challenge
Facilitated by Artist-in-Residence Zachery Ramos
Saturday and Sunday
May 3 – June 1
10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Get ready to put your engineering talents to the test with LEGO bricks and build the tallest LEGO Skyscraper you can. Use surrounding buildings in San Jose as inspiration or create a whole new skyscraper from your imagination.

Artist-in-Residence

CDM’s Artist-in-Residence Zachery Ramos

Zachery Ramos is a passionate Lego artist who has been playing with Lego bricks since the age of six. From a young age, he was captivated by the vibrant colors and the limitless possibilities they offered, often staying up late to complete his imaginative creations. This early love for Lego laid the foundation for his future artistic endeavors.

Zachery’s formal education includes studying art at Gustine High School, where he honed his skills and deepened his appreciation for the arts. He furthered his education at Modesto Junior College, which provided him with a broader understanding of various artistic mediums and techniques.

Over the past five years, Zachery has dedicated himself to using Lego bricks as his primary medium to create intricate and inspiring scenes. His work focuses on themes that educate and inspire youth about their community, the environment, and the importance of staying active. His ability to tell compelling stories through his vibrant Lego creations has garnered significant attention and admiration.

One of Zachery’s career highlights is his recent display at the Gustine Discovery Center, where his work, Lego Gustine, showcases the beauty and potential of his local community. This exhibit reflects his commitment to using art to make a positive impact and inspire the next generation.

Zachery’s artistic journey is a testament to his creativity, dedication, and love for storytelling through Lego art. He continues to push the boundaries of his imagination, creating pieces that captivate and educate audiences of all ages.

Learn more about our Artist-in-Residence and the Artist-in-Residence program.