We welcome community members into our studio space on the second floor of the Museum for art-making activities inspired by current exhibitions and collections.
KMA Community Open Studio is a FREE program for visitors of all ages to engage in shared creative activities. Open Studio programs take place on select Sunday afternoons. Space is limited and we are currently requiring pre-registration to attend. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
FALL 2024 schedule: Sept. 8, Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 8.
REGISTER HERE FOR OCT. 6:
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Sunday, October 6, 2024
2 – 4 pm
The Kennedy Museum of Art’s October Community Open Studio will begin with a conversation about David Currie's photograph Hollyhocks in the exhibition what makes a river? This image provides a lens for considering water-responsible fabric dyeing processes. Together we will think about the relationships between people and the watersheds they live within. After looking at the exhibition, participants will learn the basics of natural dye and resist techniques in an indigo dye workshop. This method of fabric dyeing is derived from the land and is made water-conscious by using collected rainwater. This can be a messy process; while gloves and aprons will be provided, participants are encouraged to wear clothes that can get stained. We will provide a bandana to dye and you are also invited to bring clean items of clothing or other fabrics.
Instructor: Aubrey jo Blue, Graduate Curatorial Assistant; with Graduate Educational Programs Assistant Hannah Moulen and student staff.