Indigenous Tufting Workshop

Description

Join Métis artist Lynette La Fontaine to learn about tufting's history and materials used to create a traditional Indigenous item. Discover the art of beaded and tufting brooches. Materials Provided.

Additional Information

Date Range: The program runs Wednesdays, October 4,11, 2023. Please plan to attend all sessions. 

Registration: Registration opens on September 4th at 12:00 PM. 

This program is conducted through Zoom. Register to receive a reminder, the evaluation, and any other resources. Click the link to join:

October 4: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86525227906 

October 11: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84599803310 

Materials Provided. Please pick up your beading kit at the Central Branch, 2311-12th Ave. Kits will be available for pickup between September 26-October 2nd during library open hours. One kit per registered customer. Once the deadline passes, any remaining kits will be made available to those on the waiting list on a first-come, first-served basis. We'll update the waiting list of registered customers on October 3rd, in case there are any unclaimed kits up for grabs.

Presenter Information: Lynette La Fontaine (they/ them) is a Métis visual artist with roots in northern Saskatchewan, as well as the historic Métis community of the Red River settlement. They grew up on the traditional, unceded Dakelh territory of the Stella’ten and currently resides in the traditional territory of the Lekwungun (Tsarlip and W̱SÁNEĆ Nations). They are a citizen of the Métis Nation of British Columbia. Their work is grounded in traditional Métis art forms and is inspired by their connection to the land, heart, spirit, ancestors, and teachings from Elders and knowledge holders. With the intent to honour these connections, Lynette utilizes their preferred media of traditional and contemporary beadwork, hair tufting, white fish scales, mixed media, acrylic painting, and fabrics. Website: www.otipemisiwakartist.com

Facebook: Otipemisiwak Artist

Instagram: @otipemisiwak_artist

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