Mixed Media Holiday Card Workshop
Join us for a
with Indigenous Artist Connie Kulhavy
Thursday, December 12
6 - 8 PM
The Workshop
Participate in a hands-on mixed media holiday card workshop with Indigenous artist Connie Kulhavy. Create personalized cards while learning about Indigenous cultural traditions and artistic practices.
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Card Making: Learn to create holiday cards using mixed media techniques.
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Cultural Significance: Discover the importance of materials like moose and caribou hair.
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Storytelling Through Art: Explore how to convey personal or cultural stories through your creations.
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Birch Tree Painting: Learn to paint birch trees, symbols of strength and resilience in Indigenous cultures.
Materials & Personal Touches:
All necessary supplies will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own special items or charms to incorporate into their cards, adding a unique and personal touch.
Ages 8 and up
Please note children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult
Connie is a Métis Michif Mother, Daughter, Sister, a Beader and a Painter.She is known for incorporating traditional materials like moose and caribou hair into her artwork. Her creations are deeply rooted in Indigenous cultural traditions, telling stories that connect people to the land and its history.
Her work is featured at the Strathcona County Museum & Archives in Shakihi: The Art of Connie Kulhavy.
