with Radha Pandey
Saturday, June 3; 10:30am–12pm CT
Learn about Indo-Islamic papermaking (a papermaking tradition with both Indian and Islamic influences) and its role in the history of papermaking. Watch a demonstration of the papermaking process and surface finishing techniques like dyeing, sizing, and burnishing on traditionally-made papers. The teaching artist will share handouts detailing the process and its history, as well as suggested supplies and materials should you wish to pursue this style of papermaking at home, and readings to further your knowledge of the craft.
Radha Pandey’s art is part of Paper Is People, an exhibition co-curated by Tia Blassingame and Stephanie Sauer, which offers a new definition of paper within a global and decolonial framework. The exhibition is on view in MCBA’s Main Gallery April 14 through August 12, with a reception on Thursday, June 22.
Certificate: 1.5 hours, Category B or C
$25/participant (10% discount for MCBA members)
$10 for BIPOC/Financial scholarship participants (10% discount for MCBA members)
MCBA offers two scholarship types for workshops—Financial Hardship Scholarships and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Scholarships—to honor equity and increase access and artistic opportunities for those who have historically been underrepresented in the book arts. For individuals to whom these scholarships do not apply, register at the Adult rate and, if you are able, consider making a donation when registering to support MCBA’s efforts to make scholarships available.
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