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Understanding Lightfastness in Art Supplies

Ages 14 and older
2026-01-13 12:00:00 2026-01-13 13:00:00 America/Chicago Understanding Lightfastness in Art Supplies Learn about the property of lightfastness in paint and drawing materials and how it can affect your creative work. R Main Library - Launch Pad

Tuesday, January 13
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-13 12:00:00 2026-01-13 13:00:00 America/Chicago Understanding Lightfastness in Art Supplies Learn about the property of lightfastness in paint and drawing materials and how it can affect your creative work. R Main Library - Launch Pad

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Learn about the property of lightfastness in paint and drawing materials and how it can affect your creative work. R

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