Weaving & Yarning Workshops

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Dr Virginia Keft ran 8 Weaving & Yarning workshops where participants were guided through the process of weaving as everyone worked together towards a collaborative art piece that was displayed during the Weaving Stories Film Festival, and entered into the Lane Cove Art Collection. Attendees could contribute their pieces from the workshop that Dr Keft then constructed together to make the final community art piece. 

 

Intergenerational School excursions

Local schools were invited to participate in a Weaving & Yarning Intergenerational School excursion where the intergenerational connection could bring about new perspectives and understanding. Hosting an organised activity can create the space for interactions that will combat loneliness, reduce ageism and build a sense of purpose through story sharing.

 

About the artist

Dr Virginia Keft is a proud Muruwari woman, living and working on Dharawal Country and Gadigal Country. She is a multi-disciplinary award-winning artist and curator, First Nations producer, and researcher. Her practice includes painting, drawing, weaving, sculpture and installation and sound art. Virginia brings an open and positive approach to her Arts and cultural practice; promoting warm and encouraging spaces that support cultural connection and build understanding through collaborative art making. Check out her social media to see some of her other work @virginia_keft

 

Workshop dates

  • Saturday 10 August 2024 1:30pm - 4:00pm
  • Thursday 22 August 2024 10:30am - 2:00pm (Intergenerational excursion with Greenwich Public School SRC Students)
  • Thursday 12 September 2024 10:30am - 2:00pm (Intergenerational excursion with Currambena Primary School)
  • Saturday 14 September 2024 10:00am - 12:30pm
  • Saturday 14 September 2024 1:30pm - 4:00pm
  • Thursday 7 November 2024 5:30pm - 8:00pm
  • Thursday 14 November 2024 10:30am - 1:00pm
  • Saturday 7 December 2024 10:30am - 1:00pm

 

Story Threads (2025)

The art piece has been titled 'Story Threads' and is a vibrant woven artwork that intertwines traditional weaving techniques with the rich tradition of Yarning, reflecting the shared stories and cultural exchanges from community workshops across Lane Cove. Each thread symbolises a narrative, collectively creating a fabric that celebrates connection, Country and the enduring power of storytelling. 

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This project is proudly funded by the NSW Government through the NSW Social Cohesion Grants for Local Government. 

 

 

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