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Related demonstrations to Schaefer Gallery’s ‘First Nations’ exhibition offered

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Related demonstrations to Schaefer Gallery’s ‘First Nations’ exhibition offered
“Farmed and Dangerous” dyed red elkskin drum by Brenda Crabtree -- Photo courtesy the MACC

Along with the new Schaefer International Gallery exhibition, "First Nations Art of British Columbia," three workshops are planned.

First Nations artist Brenda Crabtree will lead participants through the steps in making a deer-hide rattle using traditional materials, techniques and personal symbols in the Working with Hide workshop, from 10 a.m. to noon, Sunday, June 16. For ages 15 and older. Cost is $30 and includes materials.

First Nations artists Corey Bulpitt and Xwalacktun talk about their inspirations and approach in the contemporary designs of their work in the workshop, "Symbols in Sculptural Form" from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, June 16. They will demonstrate the use of their techniques in carving and formline painting. Participants will make a non-traditional formline drawing of their own. For all ages. Cost is $20 and includes materials. Children attending the event with parents are free to attend.

Artist Crabtree returns from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, June 17 to lead a "Weaving Cedar Bark" workshop. Participants learn about this versatile fiber as they explore the traditional Aboriginal techniques of weaving cedar bark and roots to make a small container. For ages 15 and older. Cost is $50 and includes material. Participants are asked to bring own lunch.

Space is limited for all workshops. Interested parties may make reservations by emailing shannon@mauiarts.org.

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