Beading Workshop with Katie Longboat @ Main In-Person
Learn about the cultural, historical and personal significance of beading from the artists perspective, in this 2-hour workshop with artist Katie Longboat. Learn basic Indigenous beadwork techniques and reflect on cultural practices and traditions through a shared appreciation of this artistic form. Participants will complete one project in this 2-hour workshop. All supplies included.
For ages 13-17.
Katie Longboat is a Toronto-based Indigenous bead artist, originally from Six Nations of the Grand River. Her beadwork style incorporates inspirations from the natural world, her travels, her family, and uses contemporary materials to create one of a kind jewellery pieces and art works. Katie is also inspired to create beadwork that is reflective of her family and identity and draws inspiration from both Cree and Haudenosaunee styles of beadwork.
Katie's Website and Instagram
- Date:
- Saturday, June 1, 2024
- Time:
- 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Main Library - Teal Room
- Branch / Location:
- Main Library
- Audience:
- High School
- Categories:
- Teen & Tween