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SUMMARY:Vanilla: Perfume  Accords (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vanilla-perfume-accords-online-tickets-1990600861763\n–\n\n\nExplore fragrance categories through specific classes designed by The Institute for Art and Olfaction to help new perfumers gain sensory understanding and technical perfumery skills. \nIn the latest of her accords classes\, Ashley leads an investigation into a complex vanilla absolute perfume accord. Learning how to assemble perfume accords leads to a greater adeptness at blending\, and well-trained noses. Learn how to construct accords as you explore the individual aromatic components of these perfume accords. \nOur accords series helps students of perfumery understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the most important notes in perfumery. By attending this class\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add a new accord to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. \nMaterials Needed/Pre-Class Homework: We will send you a master document containing the materials list and formulation exercises upon signup via the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Please purchase these materials before attending class. The estimated cost of the perfume materials is between $85\, not including any labware you may need to purchase. The formulation exercises must be accomplished before the class meets. \nTakeaways: \n\nTechnical knowledge about the molecular components of the material being reconstructed through the perfume accord\nA greater familiarity with aromatic components and combinations\nThe capacity to reconstruct the material through its components\n\nImportant notes: \nSafety Note: Some aromatic materials can have side effects when applied to skin. The information and teaching materials presented in our classes are for educational purposes only. These are not intended for commercial use and do not necessarily reflect commercial best practices or industry safety standards. For more information about commercial best practices and safety\, consult the relevant authorities in your country of residence. \nPlease read before signing up: Materials are required for this class\, and must be purchased separately\, before class takes place. The materials list and the teaching formula are sent upon signup\, and can be found at the bottom of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Because the formula is provided upon signup\, we do not allow cancellations for these classes. We share the recording for each class for 30 days after class takes place\, and will send the recording for review via email after the class is over. \nPlease see our full attendance and refund policy below. \n—- \n\n\nABOUT THE PERFUME ACCORDS CLASS SERIES \nAshley Eden Kessler’s accords classes provide attendees with a thorough study of important perfume accords for perfumers. Her online sessions will focus on helping students understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the material by exploring and picking apart a formula\, over several trials. Materials must be purchased in advance and students are expected to make the all steps of the perfume accord’s formula before class starts. By attending these classes\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add various fragrance components to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. It’s technical blending at its best\, leading to a greater adeptness at blending\, and very well-trained noses. \nStudents must purchase\, dilute\, and blend materials before the start of class. Materials lists and formulas are sent as part of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. \n\n\nABOUT ASHLEY EDEN KESSLER \nA Los Angeles native\, Ashley came to perfumery after forays into other creative disciplines. Sculpture\, Architecture\, Theater\, Film and Design were the initial steps on her search for a mode of expression that would support both a dreamer and a pragmatist\, a creative mind fascinated equally by science and by art. Perfumery\, the science of the ineffable\, is where the road finally took her. \nHer first introduction to scent was by way of a gift on her 16th birthday: a bespoke fragrance formulated by renowned perfumer Sarah Horowitz. The study of architecture and design led to travel and work in film art departments\, but ultimately it was to Sarah Horowitz Parfums she returned. From apprentice to Junior Perfumer at SHP\, she was smitten with the field. Dropping everything else\, she immersed herself in study and practice. \nHer education in niche perfumery continued at LA’s Lucky Scent\, and seeking a more formal education in the field\, she moved to France to study at the prestigious Grasse Institute of Perfumery. There\, she distinguished herself with her final brief- winning one of GIP’s coveted awards. After her studies\, she returned to the U.S.\, having accepted a position as a Perfumer’s Assistant at Drom Fragrances International\, one of the world’s top fine fragrance studios. After two years in that position\, she was offered the chance to move back to Los Angeles as consultant for Sarah Horowitz’ new business initiative\, Original Scent. In 2013\, Ashley joined the Institute for Art and Olfaction as an instructor\, and in 2015 she founded her perfume company\, Sentir Studio. \n\n\nATTENDANCE AND REFUND POLICY \nThis is an online class that will take place on Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent by email approximately 24 hours before the class. Lest this email end up in your spam folder\, please be sure to add hello@artandolfaction.com and noreply@order.eventbrite.com to your address book. \n+ Learn more about how we teach and our community guidelines here: https://artandolfaction.com/newcomers/. \n+ We will upload the class recording after the end of the session\, and share it for 30 days with attendees. This video is view-only\, and expires at the end of the 30 day window. \n+ We will send you a list of materials and teaching formulas upon signup\, as part of your Eventbrite confirmation of registration. \n+ Unfortunately\, we cannot offer refunds or credit for this class. Note also that event tickets are non-transferable. \n\n\nImage credit: Institute for Art and Olfaction.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/vanilla-perfume-accords-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Implications of Health Data in Fragrance Material Regulation (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/implications-of-health-data-in-fragrance-material-regulation-online-tickets-2002100724161?keep_tld=true\n\n\n\nThis session reviews fragrance toxicology and the importance of science literacy in the perfumer’s tool-belt. Dr. Sydney Nguyen will help coach you through your recent breakup with beloved fragrance materials (i.e.\, new IFRA regulations)\, while explaining how regulatory decisions are informed by different types of health data. \nTAKEAWAYS: \n· Learn basics in toxicology and pathology to better understand the real-world impact of different fragrance materials \n· Discuss the major players in the world of chemical regulation and their connection to IFRA decision making \n· Connect the science to the regulation though case studies on fragrance materials of yesteryear \n\n\n\nABOUT DR. SYDNEY NGUYEN \nDr. Sydney Nguyen is an independent perfumer and a scientist studying human health hazard as a result of chemical exposure. She holds dual bachelors in biology and neuroscience from Purdue University and earned her PhD in endocrinology and reproductive physiology from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She works for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and is currently pursuing her professional certification in toxicology. \nShe began studying chemical-associated health effects in 2012\, expanding her study to fragrance molecule safety for perfume production in 2022. She is an avid fragrance collector\, valuing perfumery as a form of communication and storytelling that transcends language. Sydney hopes to empower other independent perfumers to tell their stories safely and confidently by demystifying fragrance chemical evaluation. \n  \nABOUT OLFACTORY RESEARCH NOTES \nOlfactory Research Notes is a lecture series presented by the Institute for Art and Olfaction that highlights important research done in the field of olfaction\, directly from the scientists\, researchers\, academics\, and artists who do it. \n  \nATTENDANCE AND REFUND POLICY \nThis is an online class that will take place on Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent by email approximately 24 hours before the class. Lest this email end up in your spam folder\, please be sure to add hello@artandolfaction.com and noreply@order.eventbrite.com to your address book. \n+ Learn more about how we teach and our community guidelines here: https://artandolfaction.com/newcomers/. \n+ We will upload the class recording after the end of the session\, and share it for 14 days with attendees. This video is view-only\, and expires at the end of the 14 day window. \n+ Unfortunately\, we cannot offer refunds or credit for this class. Note also that event tickets are non-transferable. \nImage credits: Getty Images via Unsplash; Sydney Skopos
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/implications-of-health-data-in-fragrance-material-regulation-online/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Honey: Perfume Accords (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/honey-perfume-accords-online-tickets-1990602234870\n\n–\n\n\nExplore fragrance categories through specific classes designed by The Institute for Art and Olfaction to help new perfumers gain sensory understanding and technical perfumery skills. \nIn the latest of her accords classes\, Ashley leads an investigation into a complex honey perfume accord. Learning how to assemble perfume accords leads to a greater adeptness at blending\, and well-trained noses. Learn how to construct accords as you explore the individual aromatic components of these perfume accords. \nOur accords series helps students of perfumery understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the most important notes in perfumery. By attending this class\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add a new accord to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. \nMaterials Needed/Pre-Class Homework: We will send you a master document containing the materials list and formulation exercises upon signup via the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Please purchase these materials before attending class. The estimated cost of the perfume materials is between $120\, not including any labware you may need to purchase. The formulation exercises must be accomplished before the class meets. \nTakeaways: \n\nTechnical knowledge about the molecular components of the material being reconstructed through the perfume accord\nA greater familiarity with aromatic components and combinations\nThe capacity to reconstruct the material through its components\n\nImportant notes: \nSafety Note: Some aromatic materials can have side effects when applied to skin. The information and teaching materials presented in our classes are for educational purposes only. These are not intended for commercial use and do not necessarily reflect commercial best practices or industry safety standards. For more information about commercial best practices and safety\, consult the relevant authorities in your country of residence. \nPlease read before signing up: Materials are required for this class\, and must be purchased separately\, before class takes place. The materials list and the teaching formula are sent upon signup\, and can be found at the bottom of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Because the formula is provided upon signup\, we do not allow cancellations for these classes. We share the recording for each class for 30 days after class takes place\, and will send the recording for review via email after the class is over. \nPlease see our full attendance and refund policy below. \n—- \n\n\nABOUT THE PERFUME ACCORDS CLASS SERIES \nAshley Eden Kessler’s accords classes provide attendees with a thorough study of important perfume accords for perfumers. Her online sessions will focus on helping students understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the material by exploring and picking apart a formula\, over several trials. Materials must be purchased in advance and students are expected to make the all steps of the perfume accord’s formula before class starts. By attending these classes\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add various fragrance components to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. It’s technical blending at its best\, leading to a greater adeptness at blending\, and very well-trained noses. \nStudents must purchase\, dilute\, and blend materials before the start of class. Materials lists and formulas are sent as part of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. \n\n\nABOUT ASHLEY EDEN KESSLER \nA Los Angeles native\, Ashley came to perfumery after forays into other creative disciplines. Sculpture\, Architecture\, Theater\, Film and Design were the initial steps on her search for a mode of expression that would support both a dreamer and a pragmatist\, a creative mind fascinated equally by science and by art. Perfumery\, the science of the ineffable\, is where the road finally took her. \nHer first introduction to scent was by way of a gift on her 16th birthday: a bespoke fragrance formulated by renowned perfumer Sarah Horowitz. The study of architecture and design led to travel and work in film art departments\, but ultimately it was to Sarah Horowitz Parfums she returned. From apprentice to Junior Perfumer at SHP\, she was smitten with the field. Dropping everything else\, she immersed herself in study and practice. \nHer education in niche perfumery continued at LA’s Lucky Scent\, and seeking a more formal education in the field\, she moved to France to study at the prestigious Grasse Institute of Perfumery. There\, she distinguished herself with her final brief- winning one of GIP’s coveted awards. After her studies\, she returned to the U.S.\, having accepted a position as a Perfumer’s Assistant at Drom Fragrances International\, one of the world’s top fine fragrance studios. After two years in that position\, she was offered the chance to move back to Los Angeles as consultant for Sarah Horowitz’ new business initiative\, Original Scent. In 2013\, Ashley joined the Institute for Art and Olfaction as an instructor\, and in 2015 she founded her perfume company\, Sentir Studio. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/honey-perfume-accords-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Incense: Perfume Accords (online)
DESCRIPTION:Signup: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990606608953?aff=oddtdtcreator\n\n\n– \nExplore fragrance categories through specific classes designed by The Institute for Art and Olfaction to help new perfumers gain sensory understanding and technical perfumery skills. \nIn the latest of her accords classes\, Ashley leads an investigation into a complex church incense perfume accord. Learning how to assemble perfume accords leads to a greater adeptness at blending\, and well-trained noses. Learn how to construct accords as you explore the individual aromatic components of these perfume accords. \nOur accords series helps students of perfumery understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the most important notes in perfumery. By attending this class\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add a new accord to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. \nMaterials Needed/Pre-Class Homework: We will send you a master document containing the materials list and formulation exercises upon signup via the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Please purchase these materials before attending class. The estimated cost of the perfume materials is between $155\, not including any labware you may need to purchase. The formulation exercises must be accomplished before the class meets. \nTakeaways: \n\nTechnical knowledge about the molecular components of the material being reconstructed through the perfume accord\nA greater familiarity with aromatic components and combinations\nThe capacity to reconstruct the material through its components\n\nImportant notes: \nSafety Note: Some aromatic materials can have side effects when applied to skin. The information and teaching materials presented in our classes are for educational purposes only. These are not intended for commercial use and do not necessarily reflect commercial best practices or industry safety standards. For more information about commercial best practices and safety\, consult the relevant authorities in your country of residence. \nPlease read before signing up: Materials are required for this class\, and must be purchased separately\, before class takes place. The materials list and the teaching formula are sent upon signup\, and can be found at the bottom of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Because the formula is provided upon signup\, we do not allow cancellations for these classes. We share the recording for each class for 30 days after class takes place\, and will send the recording for review via email after the class is over. \nPlease see our full attendance and refund policy below. \n—- \n\n\nABOUT THE PERFUME ACCORDS CLASS SERIES \nAshley Eden Kessler’s accords classes provide attendees with a thorough study of important perfume accords for perfumers. Her online sessions will focus on helping students understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the material by exploring and picking apart a formula\, over several trials. Materials must be purchased in advance and students are expected to make the all steps of the perfume accord’s formula before class starts. By attending these classes\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add various fragrance components to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. It’s technical blending at its best\, leading to a greater adeptness at blending\, and very well-trained noses. \nStudents must purchase\, dilute\, and blend materials before the start of class. Materials lists and formulas are sent as part of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. \n\n\nABOUT ASHLEY EDEN KESSLER \nA Los Angeles native\, Ashley came to perfumery after forays into other creative disciplines. Sculpture\, Architecture\, Theater\, Film and Design were the initial steps on her search for a mode of expression that would support both a dreamer and a pragmatist\, a creative mind fascinated equally by science and by art. Perfumery\, the science of the ineffable\, is where the road finally took her. \nHer first introduction to scent was by way of a gift on her 16th birthday: a bespoke fragrance formulated by renowned perfumer Sarah Horowitz. The study of architecture and design led to travel and work in film art departments\, but ultimately it was to Sarah Horowitz Parfums she returned. From apprentice to Junior Perfumer at SHP\, she was smitten with the field. Dropping everything else\, she immersed herself in study and practice. \nHer education in niche perfumery continued at LA’s Lucky Scent\, and seeking a more formal education in the field\, she moved to France to study at the prestigious Grasse Institute of Perfumery. There\, she distinguished herself with her final brief- winning one of GIP’s coveted awards. After her studies\, she returned to the U.S.\, having accepted a position as a Perfumer’s Assistant at Drom Fragrances International\, one of the world’s top fine fragrance studios. After two years in that position\, she was offered the chance to move back to Los Angeles as consultant for Sarah Horowitz’ new business initiative\, Original Scent. In 2013\, Ashley joined the Institute for Art and Olfaction as an instructor\, and in 2015 she founded her perfume company\, Sentir Studio. \n\n\nATTENDANCE AND REFUND POLICY \nThis is an online class that will take place on Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent by email approximately 24 hours before the class. Lest this email end up in your spam folder\, please be sure to add hello@artandolfaction.com and noreply@order.eventbrite.com to your address book. \n+ Learn more about how we teach and our community guidelines here: https://artandolfaction.com/newcomers/. \n+ We will upload the class recording after the end of the session\, and share it for 30 days with attendees. This video is view-only\, and expires at the end of the 30 day window. \n+ We will send you a list of materials and teaching formulas upon signup\, as part of your Eventbrite confirmation of registration. \n+ Unfortunately\, we cannot offer refunds or credit for this class. Note also that event tickets are non-transferable. \n\n\nImage credit: Institute for Art and Olfaction.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/incense-perfume-accords-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Smell as a Missing Link Toward Embodied Language (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/smell-as-a-missing-link-toward-embodied-language-online-tickets-2003321935838?keep_tld=true \n– \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat if we moved beyond asking how to translate smells into an existing language and began asking what new forms of language smell itself might help us create? \nThis question began to take shape while thinking about smells as a language — a poetic metaphor\, a chemical formula\, an olfactory pyramid\, a cultural vocabulary of scent. In Western culture\, smells are most often verbalised through the principle of comparison: “it smells like…”. But how do we actually experience the milieu we inhabit? All the senses interweave into shared experiential networks\, lines\, they layer and overlap — we inhale the world and exhale ourselves\, thus creating common atmospheres in which the traces of our relationships remain\, forming dialogues and a shared memory for futures. For me\, as a visual artist\, language is not only sound but also image. When language becomes written\, memory emerges as a form of legacy — a way of preserving and transmitting meaning across time. \nDzervute’s research unfolds within a cabinet of olfactiosities\, Where she gather evidence for an olfactive archive while experimenting with new forms of language choreography. Breathing in the world in which she finds herself\, she reflects on how our actions in the present might communicate to future times about the Earth and its atmospheric bubbles\, as the present becomes the past. \n\nAbout Dovile Dzervute \nDovile Dzervute is a designer and researcher based in Vilnius\, Lithuania\, whose creative practice explores memory\, tacit knowledge\, embodied language\, new forms of communication\, togetherness\, and speculative design. She began her career in contemporary dance theatre\, where she created visual communication and scenography. Later\, she continued her career as a lecturer in the fields of Visual Communication and Design Research. She served as Head of the Graphic Communication Department at Vilnius College of Design. She has worked on both creative and commercial design projects\, specialising in book design\, identity and packaging\, and has received numerous design awards. \nFor over 15 years\, she has immersed herself in the world of scents while working for the conceptual art perfumery company FUMparFUM\, based in Vilnius\, Lithuania. Participated in olfactory art exhibitions in collaboration with colleagues. Dovilė is a current doctoral candidate and researcher at the Vilnius Academy of Arts. \nAbout Olfactory Provocations \nThe Olfactory Provocations series from the Institute for Art and Olfaction aims to present new\, original\, and thought-provoking perspectives in a series of short format lectures. In each talk\, you can expect to discover an unexpected idea presented by a thinker and practitioner in the scent community. We offer this series with the belief that being exposed to and discussing new ideas is important\, whether you agree with them or not. With that said\, the views and opinions presented in the Olfactory Provocations series do not reflect the opinions or the IAO or its employees.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/smell-as-a-missing-link-toward-embodied-language-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20261209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20261209T130000
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SUMMARY:Olfactory Meditation for End Times (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/olfactory-meditation-for-end-times-online-tickets-2001027039742?keep_tld=true\n\n–\n\n\nAir is a teacher of our porosity: we are inextricably webbed with the ills and the joys of every affective and material shift of Earth’s atmosphere. Structures of power and communality swirl as breezes and effluvia. Our lungs expand to receive these complex airs\, allowing us to be recomposed by extant particles\, odorant molecules\, and traces of planetary transference. \nOlfactory Meditation for End Times is an offering that taps into this interconnectivity by offering dedicated space to breathe and smell into our troubled present—thinking and practicing with olfactive engagement as a portal for microcosmic communion. \nThis workshop is presented in conjunction with A toxin threatens\, but it also beckons by agustine zegers at the IAO Gallery. The exhibition will be on view from November 6 – December 18\, 2026. For more information on the exhibition\, visit: https://artandolfaction.com/exhibitions/ \n  \n\n\nABOUT agustine zegers \nagustine zegers is a Chilean olfactory artist and student of molecular biopolitics. Their work invites gaseous becomings that proliferate communion with planetary toxicity. \nThey have scented and exhibited internationally at venues such as the Venice Biennale\, Somerset House\, Kunst Haus Wien\, Gallery 400\, 52 Walker\, Prairie\, Olfactory Art Keller\, and Sharjah Art Foundation. They have lectured at La Escuela\, Centre for Sensory Studies\, Dia:Chelsea\, XE Institute\, and Museo de Arte Contamporáneo\, among others. \nagustine directs Speculative Scent Lab: a para-academic laboratory for experimental fragrance education and ideation. \nLearn more: agustinezegers.com | speculativescent.com \n  \nATTENDANCE AND REFUND POLICY \nThis is an online class that will take place on Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent by email approximately 24 hours before the class. Lest this email end up in your spam folder\, please be sure to add hello@artandolfaction.com and noreply@order.eventbrite.com to your address book. \n+ Learn more about how we teach and our community guidelines here: https://artandolfaction.com/newcomers/. \n+ We will upload the class recording after the end of the session\, and share it for 14 days with attendees. This video is view-only\, and expires at the end of the 14 day window. \n+ Unfortunately\, we cannot offer refunds or credit for this class. Note also that event tickets are non-transferable. \nImage credits: Miriam Jakob and Jana Unmüßig; augustine zegers.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/olfactory-meditation-for-end-times-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270112T113000
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UID:10001197-1799748000-1799753400@artandolfaction.com
SUMMARY:Tracing Perfume: Aromatic Materials (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sig up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tracing-perfume-aromatic-materials-online-tickets-2003631324227\n\n–\n\n\nDana El Masri explores the history of fine fragrance through a series of classes that cover the genealogy of scent. How did aromatic materials influence perfumery? How did perfumers draw from the same source to produce such diverse expressions? Each class in this series explores the most important perfumes in 20th and 21st perfumery from the perspective of the materials that inform them. \nIn this class\, Dana covers perfumes highlighting aromatic materials\, focusing on eucalyptus\, lavender\, laurel\, rosemary\, and thyme. She will explore the material provenance\, aromatic aspects\, and notable perfumes that make use of these aromatic notes in various ways. Then\, as a group\, the class will discuss a series of notes and perfumes that elucidate the category. \n  \n\n\nTOPICS COVERED \n\nHistory and cultural impact of perfume materials\nTechnical information about perfume materials\nOverview of these materials in classic\, contemporary\, mass market\, and niche perfumes\n\n  \n\n\nABOUT THE TRACING PERFUMES SERIES \nDana El Masri’s perfume history and culture classes explore the genealogy of perfumery. Each session starts with an overview of the material\, after which Dana shares a brief history and the cultural impact of the covered materials\, as well as technical information such as extraction methods and countries of origin. The class then examines the classic\, contemporary\, mass market and niche applications of these materials by looking at important perfumes. \n\n\n– \nPhoto credit: Kateryna HliznitsovaFor Unsplash+; Institute for Art and Olfaction.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/tracing-perfume-aromatic-materials-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270114T170000
DTSTAMP:20261027T005858Z
CREATED:20261027T002536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T005858Z
UID:10001198-1799938800-1799946000@artandolfaction.com
SUMMARY:Leather: Perfume  Accords (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leather-perfume-accords-online-tickets-2002244957567\n\n–\n\n\nExplore fragrance categories through specific classes designed by The Institute for Art and Olfaction to help new perfumers gain sensory understanding and technical perfumery skills. \nIn the latest of her accords classes\, Ashley leads an investigation into a polished\, supple leather perfume accord. Learning how to assemble perfume accords leads to a greater adeptness at blending\, and well-trained noses. Learn how to construct accords as you explore the individual aromatic components of these perfume accords. \nOur accords series helps students of perfumery understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the most important notes in perfumery. By attending this class\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add a new accord to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. \nMaterials Needed/Pre-Class Homework: We will send you a document containing the materials list and formulation exercises upon signup via the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Please purchase these materials before attending class. The estimated cost of the perfume materials is between $102\, not including any labware you may need to purchase. The formulation exercises must be accomplished before the class meets. \nTakeaways: \n\nTechnical knowledge about the molecular components of the material being reconstructed through the perfume accord\nA greater familiarity with aromatic components and combinations\nThe capacity to reconstruct the material through its components\n\nImportant notes: \nSafety Note: Some aromatic materials can have side effects when applied to skin. The information and teaching materials presented in our classes are for educational purposes only. These are not intended for commercial use and do not necessarily reflect commercial best practices or industry safety standards. For more information about commercial best practices and safety\, consult the relevant authorities in your country of residence. \nPlease read before signing up: Materials are required for this class\, and must be purchased separately\, before class takes place. The materials list and the teaching formula are sent upon signup\, and can be found at the bottom of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Because the formula is provided upon signup\, we do not allow cancellations for these classes. We share the recording for each class for 30 days after class takes place\, and will send the recording for review via email after the class is over. \nPlease see our full attendance and refund policy below. \n—- \n\n\nABOUT THE PERFUME ACCORDS CLASS SERIES \nAshley Eden Kessler’s accords classes provide attendees with a thorough study of important perfume accords for perfumers. Her online sessions will focus on helping students understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the material by exploring and picking apart a formula\, over several trials. Materials must be purchased in advance and students are expected to make the all steps of the perfume accord’s formula before class starts. \nBy attending these classes\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add various fragrance components to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. It’s technical blending at its best\, leading to a greater adeptness at blending\, and very well-trained noses. \nStudents must purchase\, dilute\, and blend materials before the start of class. Materials lists and formulas are sent as part of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/leather-perfume-accords-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270126T113000
DTSTAMP:20261027T005700Z
CREATED:20261027T002537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T005700Z
UID:10001199-1800957600-1800963000@artandolfaction.com
SUMMARY:Tracing Perfume: Powdery Florals (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tracing-perfume-powdery-florals-online-tickets-2003631802658?aff=ebdsoporgprofile\n\n–\n\n\nDana El Masri explores the history of fine fragrance through a series of classes that cover the genealogy of scent. How did aromatic materials influence perfumery? How did perfumers draw from the same source to produce such diverse expressions? Each class in this series explores the most important perfumes in 20th and 21st perfumery from the perspective of the materials that inform them. \nIn this class\, Dana covers perfumes highlighting the powdery florals materials\, focusing on iris\, heliotrope\, mimosa\, and violet. She will explore the material provenance\, aromatic aspects\, and notable perfumes that make use of these powdery floral notes in various ways. Then\, as a group\, the class will discuss a series of notes and perfumes that elucidate the category. \n\n\nTOPICS COVERED \n\nHistory and cultural impact of perfume materials\nTechnical information about perfume materials\nOverview of these materials in classic\, contemporary\, mass market\, and niche perfumes\n\n  \n\n\nABOUT THE TRACING PERFUMES SERIES \nDana El Masri’s perfume history and culture classes explore the genealogy of perfumery. Each session starts with an overview of the material\, after which Dana shares a brief history and the cultural impact of the covered materials\, as well as technical information such as extraction methods and countries of origin. The class then examines the classic\, contemporary\, mass market and niche applications of these materials by looking at important perfumes. \n\n\n 
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/tracing-perfume-powdery-florals-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270128T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270128T170000
DTSTAMP:20261027T005343Z
CREATED:20261027T002539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T005343Z
UID:10001200-1801148400-1801155600@artandolfaction.com
SUMMARY:Pipe Tobacco: Perfume  Accords (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pipe-tobacco-perfume-accords-online-tickets-2002245602496?aff=ebdsoporgprofile\n\n–\n\n\nExplore fragrance categories through specific classes designed by The Institute for Art and Olfaction to help new perfumers gain sensory understanding and technical perfumery skills. \nIn the latest of her accords classes\, Ashley leads an investigation into a rich\, comforting pipe tobacco perfume accord. Learning how to assemble perfume accords leads to a greater adeptness at blending\, and well-trained noses. Learn how to construct accords as you explore the individual aromatic components of these perfume accords. \nOur accords series helps students of perfumery understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the most important notes in perfumery. By attending this class\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add a new accord to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. \nMaterials Needed/Pre-Class Homework: We will send you a document containing the materials list and formulation exercises upon signup via the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Please purchase these materials before attending class. The estimated cost of the perfume materials is between $91\, not including any labware you may need to purchase. The formulation exercises must be accomplished before the class meets. \nTakeaways: \n\nTechnical knowledge about the molecular components of the material being reconstructed through the perfume accord\nA greater familiarity with aromatic components and combinations\nThe capacity to reconstruct the material through its components\n\nImportant notes: \nSafety Note: Some aromatic materials can have side effects when applied to skin. The information and teaching materials presented in our classes are for educational purposes only. These are not intended for commercial use and do not necessarily reflect commercial best practices or industry safety standards. For more information about commercial best practices and safety\, consult the relevant authorities in your country of residence. \nPlease read before signing up: Materials are required for this class\, and must be purchased separately\, before class takes place. The materials list and the teaching formula are sent upon signup\, and can be found at the bottom of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Because the formula is provided upon signup\, we do not allow cancellations for these classes. We share the recording for each class for 30 days after class takes place\, and will send the recording for review via email after the class is over. \nPlease see our full attendance and refund policy below. \n—- \n\n\nABOUT THE PERFUME ACCORDS CLASS SERIES \nAshley Eden Kessler’s accords classes provide attendees with a thorough study of important perfume accords for perfumers. Her online sessions will focus on helping students understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the material by exploring and picking apart a formula\, over several trials. Materials must be purchased in advance and students are expected to make the all steps of the perfume accord’s formula before class starts. \nBy attending these classes\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add various fragrance components to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. It’s technical blending at its best\, leading to a greater adeptness at blending\, and very well-trained noses. \nStudents must purchase\, dilute\, and blend materials before the start of class. Materials lists and formulas are sent as part of the confirmation email from Eventbrite.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/pipe-tobacco-perfume-accords-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270211T170000
DTSTAMP:20261027T005211Z
CREATED:20261027T002539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T005211Z
UID:10001201-1802358000-1802365200@artandolfaction.com
SUMMARY:Amber: Perfume  Accords (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/amber-perfume-accords-online-tickets-2002245766988?aff=ebdsoporgprofile\n\n–\n\nExplore fragrance categories through specific classes designed by The Institute for Art and Olfaction to help new perfumers gain sensory understanding and technical perfumery skills.In the latest of her accords classes\, Ashley leads an investigation into two perfume accords: a rich\, traditional amber accord and a streamlined amber DNA accord. Learning how to assemble perfume accords leads to a greater adeptness at blending\, and well-trained noses. Learn how to construct accords as you explore the individual aromatic components of these perfume accords. \nOur accords series helps students of perfumery understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the most important notes in perfumery. By attending this class\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add a new accord to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. \nMaterials Needed/Pre-Class Homework: We will send you a document containing the materials list and formulation exercises upon signup via the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Please purchase these materials before attending class. The estimated cost of the perfume materials is between $118\, not including any labware you may need to purchase. The formulation exercises must be accomplished before the class meets. \nTakeaways: \n\nTechnical knowledge about the molecular components of the material being reconstructed through the perfume accord\nA greater familiarity with aromatic components and combinations\nThe capacity to reconstruct the material through its components\n\nImportant notes: \nSafety Note: Some aromatic materials can have side effects when applied to skin. The information and teaching materials presented in our classes are for educational purposes only. These are not intended for commercial use and do not necessarily reflect commercial best practices or industry safety standards. For more information about commercial best practices and safety\, consult the relevant authorities in your country of residence. \nPlease read before signing up: Materials are required for this class\, and must be purchased separately\, before class takes place. The materials list and the teaching formula are sent upon signup\, and can be found at the bottom of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Because the formula is provided upon signup\, we do not allow cancellations for these classes. We share the recording for each class for 30 days after class takes place\, and will send the recording for review via email after the class is over. \nPlease see our full attendance and refund policy below. \n—- \n\n\nABOUT THE PERFUME ACCORDS CLASS SERIES \nAshley Eden Kessler’s accords classes provide attendees with a thorough study of important perfume accords for perfumers. Her online sessions will focus on helping students understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the material by exploring and picking apart a formula\, over several trials. Materials must be purchased in advance and students are expected to make the all steps of the perfume accord’s formula before class starts. \nBy attending these classes\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add various fragrance components to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. It’s technical blending at its best\, leading to a greater adeptness at blending\, and very well-trained noses. \nStudents must purchase\, dilute\, and blend materials before the start of class. Materials lists and formulas are sent as part of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. \n– \n\n\nImage credit: Institute for Art and Olfaction.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/amber-perfume-accords-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270225T170000
DTSTAMP:20261027T004354Z
CREATED:20261027T002541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T004354Z
UID:10001204-1803567600-1803574800@artandolfaction.com
SUMMARY:Ambergris: Perfume  Accords (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ambergris-perfume-accords-online-tickets-2002246009714\n\n–\n\n\nExplore fragrance categories through specific classes designed by The Institute for Art and Olfaction to help new perfumers gain sensory understanding and technical perfumery skills. \nIn the latest of her accords classes\, Ashley leads an investigation into a briny\, unctuous ambergris perfume accord. Learning how to assemble perfume accords leads to a greater adeptness at blending\, and well-trained noses. Learn how to construct accords as you explore the individual aromatic components of these perfume accords. \nOur accords series helps students of perfumery understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the most important notes in perfumery. By attending this class\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add a new accord to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. \nMaterials Needed/Pre-Class Homework: We will send you a document containing the materials list and formulation exercises upon signup via the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Please purchase these materials before attending class. The estimated cost of the perfume materials is between $160\, not including any labware you may need to purchase. The formulation exercises must be accomplished before the class meets. \nTakeaways: \n\nTechnical knowledge about the molecular components of the material being reconstructed through the perfume accord\nA greater familiarity with aromatic components and combinations\nThe capacity to reconstruct the material through its components\n\nImportant notes: \nSafety Note: Some aromatic materials can have side effects when applied to skin. The information and teaching materials presented in our classes are for educational purposes only. These are not intended for commercial use and do not necessarily reflect commercial best practices or industry safety standards. For more information about commercial best practices and safety\, consult the relevant authorities in your country of residence. \nPlease read before signing up: Materials are required for this class\, and must be purchased separately\, before class takes place. The materials list and the teaching formula are sent upon signup\, and can be found at the bottom of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. Because the formula is provided upon signup\, we do not allow cancellations for these classes. We share the recording for each class for 30 days after class takes place\, and will send the recording for review via email after the class is over. \nPlease see our full attendance and refund policy below. \n—- \n\n\nABOUT THE PERFUME ACCORDS CLASS SERIES \nAshley Eden Kessler’s accords classes provide attendees with a thorough study of important perfume accords for perfumers. Her online sessions will focus on helping students understand the molecular components of the various facets and types of the material by exploring and picking apart a formula\, over several trials. Materials must be purchased in advance and students are expected to make the all steps of the perfume accord’s formula before class starts. \nBy attending these classes\, an emerging perfumer or scent artist will expand their capabilities and training\, gain the materials knowledge to add various fragrance components to their arsenal\, and leave with a deeper understanding of the artistry and science behind perfumery. It’s technical blending at its best\, leading to a greater adeptness at blending\, and very well-trained noses. \nStudents must purchase\, dilute\, and blend materials before the start of class. Materials lists and formulas are sent as part of the confirmation email from Eventbrite. \n  \n\n\nImage credit: Institute for Art and Olfaction.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/ambergris-perfume-accords-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20270330T113000
DTSTAMP:20261027T004546Z
CREATED:20261027T002542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T004546Z
UID:10001206-1806400800-1806406200@artandolfaction.com
SUMMARY:Tracing Perfume: Uncommon Florals (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tracing-perfume-uncommon-florals-online-tickets-2003632858817?aff=ebdsoporgprofile\n\n–\n\n\nDana El Masri explores the history of fine fragrance through a series of classes that cover the genealogy of scent. How did aromatic materials influence perfumery? How did perfumers draw from the same source to produce such diverse expressions? Each class in this series explores the most important perfumes in 20th and 21st perfumery from the perspective of the materials that inform them.\n\nIn this class\, Dana covers perfumes highlighting the uncommon florals category (including osmanthus\, narcissus\, and hyacinth). She will explore the material provenance\, aromatic aspects\, and notable perfumes that make use of these uncommon florals notes in various ways. Then\, as a group\, the class will discuss a series of notes and perfumes that elucidate the category.\nTOPICS COVERED \n\nHistory and cultural impact of perfume materials\nTechnical information about perfume materials\nOverview of these materials in classic\, contemporary\, mass market\, and niche perfumes\n\n\n\nABOUT THE TRACING PERFUMES SERIES \nDana El Masri’s perfume history and culture classes explore the genealogy of perfumery. Each session starts with an overview of the material\, after which Dana shares a brief history and the cultural impact of the covered materials\, as well as technical information such as extraction methods and countries of origin. The class then examines the classic\, contemporary\, mass market and niche applications of these materials by looking at important perfumes. \n\n\n– \nPhoto credit: Kevin Wang on Unsplash; Sebastian Rück For Unsplash+. \n 
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/tracing-perfume-uncommon-florals-online/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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