Explore 19th century mourning traditions with Ottawa artist Cindy Stelmackowich and learn how Victorians transformed hair into pieces of art to commemorate their loved ones. During the hands-on workshop, you will use hair and wire to create a small sculptural piece inspired by historical mourning artefacts.
Participants are welcome to bring hair they wish to work with, but synthetic hair and all required supplies will be provided.
Cindy Stelmackowich’s work explores the materiality of the body. In 2011, Cindy was artist-in-residence at the Bytown Museum where she researched the Museum’s mourning and Victorian hair artefacts. The solo exhibition that followed featured hair sculptures and installations. Cindy’s artworks are in the collection of the Canada Council Art Bank, the Ottawa Art Gallery, and York University.
Ages 16 and older.
Cost: $75 per person. Advance registration is required at: https://bit.ly/3Bv0rO4. ottawa.ca/Fairfields
Notes:
– This workshop is presented in English.
– Advance registration is required. Workshops with insufficient registration may be cancelled. If an alternative cannot be offered, a refund will be issued.
– Please note that the final design may vary from the finished project pictured in marketing materials.
– Visit the Ottawa Hand in Hand web page for information on available financial supports to facilitate participation in recreation and culture programs: https://ottawa.ca/…/older-adults/financial-assistance….
– If you have questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact the museum by phone at 613-580-9638 (Nepean Museum) or by email at museums@ottawa.ca. Additional information about accessibility can be found on the museum web page: ottawa.ca/Fairfields.
– This workshop is presented in English.
– Advance registration is required. Workshops with insufficient registration may be cancelled. If an alternative cannot be offered, a refund will be issued.
– Please note that the final design may vary from the finished project pictured in marketing materials.
– Visit the Ottawa Hand in Hand web page for information on available financial supports to facilitate participation in recreation and culture programs: https://ottawa.ca/…/older-adults/financial-assistance….
– If you have questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact the museum by phone at 613-580-9638 (Nepean Museum) or by email at museums@ottawa.ca. Additional information about accessibility can be found on the museum web page: ottawa.ca/Fairfields.