Coil Basketry

A fun introduction to the art of Basketry

Instructor: Arnethia Douglas 

Date: Saturday, June 24th, 2023

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Members: $54.00 

Non-Members: $60.00

Registration Close Date: 06/19/23 12PM

Description:

Artists are invited to explore the ancient art of coiled basketry. The art of basket making can be used for the creation of daily utilitarian and decorative forms which could evolve into complex sculptural pieces. Basketry can be a very meditative and calming process; therefore, an energy exercise will also be introduced at the beginning of class. During this workshop, participants will be learning the figure eight and mariposa stitch to create a basket 6”x 6" in class.

Simple materials will be used; yarn, raffia or rope. Rope would be the foundation of the basket. The instructor will supply some of the raffia, however anything special can be purchased by participants. Tapestry needles will be supplied. The Basketry Book is included in the price of the workshop

Instructor Bio:

Artist, dancer, storyteller, born in Harlem, N.Y.C. Family traced back to Angola and Sierra Leone, first captured African brought to Virginia, 1634, my ancestor 7 generation. My work represents ancestral homage to the Orishas, as practiced by the Yoruba tribe, in Africa, Brazil, Caribbean Islands represents just a few countries.

Starting at Tunxis Community College, Associates of Visual Arts, BFA, from Hartford University, School of Art, months anticipating receiving a graduation notice. I desired to continue on exploring and creating better art. Work at Storefront Museum Art, and Dance Instructor, Queens Museum, in Flushing (Student Work Study Program). Danced with Babatunde Olatunji Dance Company, Member of Psi Theta Kappa. Launch Pad Artist, at Five Point Gallery. First place recipient for the Student Exhibit at Tunxis Community College (Barnes- Franklin Gallery). Member of the Printmaker's Club, University of Hartford School of Art (BFA) and (MFA). Art, and more art, the beat goes on. My Mantra for the production of the future bigger and better work.

Materials List:

The instructor will provide the materials needed, however, participants are encouraged to bring their own yarns, linen rope.

* All workshops are held at the Five Points Art Center, 855 University Drive

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