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Join artist Alice Vander Vennen for a two-hour workshop to create your own framed art piece using textiles and objects that carry memory and meaning.
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Alice Vander Vennen, born in Canada, has worked as a professional artist since 1980. First trained as a sculptor at Calvin University, USA, with further training at the Ontario College of Art and Design, Alice now works in three-dimensional assemblage, participating in numerous exhibitions throughout North America and Europe. Her work is in public, private and corporate collections both here and abroad.
Her Exhibition at the Gallery at the J will run from December 2, 2023 until January 1, 2024.
WORKSHOP / RECEPTION
Join artist Alice Vander Vennen for a two-hour workshop to create your own framed art piece using textiles and objects that carry memory and meaning. Be inspired, relaxed, and invigorated. Artist reception to follow.
The instructor will bring everything needed to create a finished assemblage, including copper, textiles, and all framing materials. Participants are invited to bring their own found treasures—a stone, buttons, or any found objects. It’s also helpful if participants bring a needle, thread, and a small assortment of textiles, found precious, colorful or fascinating.”
Sunday December 3
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm workshop – Click here to register
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm reception
Presented by:
A Kultura Collective Member
Start Date: December 3, 2023
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm workshop
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm reception
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm reception
Downtown Toronto
Miles Nadal JCC
750 Spadina Ave. (at Bloor)
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Workshop: $60
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