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december, 2022

Hand-Cut Silhouettes by Deborah O'Connor

04dec10:00 am3:30 pmHand-Cut Silhouettes by Deborah O'ConnorRidgefield Historical Society

Event Details

Enjoy the artistry and talent of Silhouette artist Deborah O’Connor as she demonstrates her craft at this annual tradition at the Scott House. Original and irreplaceable, hand-cut silhouettes make treasured gifts and capture their subjects in the briefest and most precious moments in time.

A silhouette is a portrait cut freehand from black paper and placed on a light background; they first became popular in the mid-18th Century.

Ms. O’Connor requires only five minutes to capture the profile of a sitter, whether it’s a calm and composed 10-year-old or a wiggly toddler; she also does pet silhouettes, generally from photographs. Adults as well as children sit for these classic images.
This year, the Historical Society is offering in-person appointments as well as the option of ordering in advance with a photo (pick-up on Dec. 4 at Scott House). Advance ordering is recommended for pet silhouettes.

The cost is $35 ($30 for members) for each silhouette, mounted on white cardstock. Duplicates are $15. Traditional frames and mats will also be available for purchase.

To register for an appointment, please complete and submit the Silhouette Registration form here or below. All appointments require a $10 non-refundable registration fee which will be applied to your overall purchase.

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Time

(Sunday) 10:00 am - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)