Join us for EastArts, a vibrant workshop series that immerses kids in the captivating traditions and creative expressions of East Asian arts and craft techniques! Dates and times vary!
Maker Annex
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 craft techniques. Participate by signing up outside of the workshop location!
Signups will open one hour before each workshop's start time.
Workshop #3: Anne Park (artist) Jenny Han (teacher)
Discover the Stories & Symbols of Korean Folk Art: Learn about Minhwa, traditional Korean folk-art painting from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1897) that uses colorful imagery and special symbols to tell stories. Discover how people used Minhwa to bring good luck, happiness, and protection to their homes in this hands-on watercolor art activity.
Medium: Watercolor
Workshop Dates:
Join us for all of the workshops in this Spring series!
Anne Park (Artist)
Anne Park is a Houston-based artist, whose passion lies in creating art that connects Western and Eastern arts. Her works draw inspiration from painting, photography, artist books, ballet, and writing as a constellation of media works. With each piece, Anne aims to evoke emotions that heal the enduring human spirit through courage, resilience, and creativity that continue to shape our world.
Jenny Han (Teacher)
My name is Jenny Han, and I serve as a dedicated 7th-year art teacher at Briscoe Elementary School where I share my passion for creativity with young minds. I earned my BFA in Graphic Design with a minor in Illustration from Moore College of Art and Design in 1999.
Before transitioning to teaching, I worked as a graphic designer for an advertising company in New Jersey. After spending time raising my four children, I found joy in education and inspiring students through art. In my free time, I enjoy all things hands-on, especially cooking, baking and crocheting
Maker Annex
The Freeman Foundation