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Bead Boldly: Workshop for Indigenous Youth and their Families

Saturday, December 18, 2021 | 10 am – 12 pm

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Join Indigenous artist and educator Jessica Cook for an interactive tour and art-making workshop at the Art Gallery of Windsor! Indigenous youth and their families are invited to attend a guided tour of the Art Gallery of Windsor and participate in a studio activity inspired by Catherine Blackburn’s exhibition New Age Warriors.

In New Age Warriors, Blackburn uses beading to explore cultural identity, memory, and history. The artist worked with plastic Perler beads to create seven life-size warrior garments and language medallions to assert Indigenous women's perseverance, strength, and diversity. In the studio, participants will create their own beaded and mix-media works of art inspired by Blackburn’s work.

This program is focused on building community, creating art, and building safe and inclusive spaces for youth.

To Participate:

  • This program is open to Indigenous youth and their families with online pre-registration. Spots are limited, register now!
  • The program is FREE with pre-registration and admission to the AGW.
  • FREE Admission to the AGW for members, children under 6, Treaty Card Indian Status, and Métis Card Holders.

Schedule of Events:

  • 10am - Arrival
  • 10:15am - 11:15am - Guided tour of the AGW
  • 11:15am-12:15pm: Studio Activity - Beaded and Mixed-Media Artworks
  • 12:20 - Departure

FAQs:

  • This program is best suited for youth between 7-14 years old.
  • This program is open to all. No art experience is required.
  • All materials are provided.
  • Health and Safety Guidelines must be followed while in the gallery and studio space. Masks must be worn at all times.

Meet the Artist: Jessica Cook

Jessica Rachel Cook is an Oji-cree whose family is from Constance Lake First Nation and Bkejwanong First Nation and is from the wolf clan. Jessica is a formerly trained fine artist who works with traditional and contemporary mediums, photography, and multimedia to create original works of art. She also is an educator who enjoys outreach initiatives with local communities and group art projects.

 

This program is sponsored by Canada Steamship Lines.

Event Details

Registration Contact

Sophie Hinch

Recommended Ages

7-14