How do materials exemplify different socio-cultural meanings and values? How are our cultures and identities expressed through pattern and self-styling? Inspired by the textile works of Derrick Adams in Packaged Black: Derrick Adams and Barbara Earl Thomas, designers Corinn Bleck and Jáiz Boyd will guide ArtVentures participants to create visual narratives of identity through the use of pattern and different combinations of textiles. Jaiz and Corinn will engage participants in hands-on activities, sewing tutorials, and discussions on the history of sewing and sustainable textile practices. Participants will direct these skills and ideas into designing and making their own stories of identity using fabrics and appliqué techniques, sewing together a tote bag they can take home with them. Showcasing a small collection of vintage and functional sewing machines, Jáiz will demonstrate easy sewing techniques and allow each participant to both assemble their totes and attach their squares with stitching.
Register for session 1 (Sunday, May 1, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Register for session 2 (Sunday, May 1, 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
