Sponsored by The Freeman Foundation

This dynamic series of 12 free workshops sponsored by the Freeman Foundation pairs Houston-based artists with talented local teachers to guide young creatives through unique, hands-on experiences. Come learn about culture, explore art techniques, and express your creativity!

Each of the 12 workshops offers a new, exciting lesson on East Asian arts and crafttechniques. Participate by signing up outside of the workshop location!

^{Signups will open one hour before each workshop's start time.}

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Workshop #1: Kim Le (artist) Mary Amaku (teacher)

‍Stack, Layer, and Slab! The art of Nerikomi Clay: Join us as we explore Nerikomi, an ancient Japanese technique originating way back in the 1400s! It’s a decorative process that involves stacking colored clay and then slicing through to reveal a pattern. We will be creating all sorts of crazy designs for you to take home!

Medium: Clay sculpting

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Workshop Dates

• April 3 at 5:15 pm and 6:30 pm
• April 17 at 5:15 and 6:30 pm
• May 1 at 5:15 and 6:30 pm
• May 15 at 5:15 and 6:30 pm

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Join us for all of the workshops in this Spring series!

• EastArts Workshop Series #2: Color Theory for Kids
• EastArts Workshop Series #3: Celebrate Earth Day with the Five Chinese Elements
• EastArts Workshop Series #4: Discover the Stories & Symbols of Korean Folk Art

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Kim Le (Artist)

Kim Le, A.K.A Komie, is a Houston-based artist and 90's kid. As a second generation Vietnamese-American, she expresses the duality of her cultural roots and upbringing through cluttered compositions and food. She works primarily through ceramics incorporating other mixed media to reflect consumption. Her first experience with clay started in high school where she eventually graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor in Fine Arts, concentration in ceramics. Her instagram is @komiesknickknacks

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Mary Amaku (Teacher)

A Nigerian-American educator, designer, and artist with a passion for communicating the expansive world of art and design through compelling narratives. I've always been interested in blending cultural influences to create works that resonate on a universal level, and with every lesson, I aim to not only captivate and inform my students but also engage them in a fun, nostalgic childlike way. As a lifelong learner and advocate for growth, I thrive on exploring new artistic avenues and embracing challenges that allow me to evolve. Growing on you? Follow me @mkenchia on Instagram!