Opening Reception: Reflections of WEUSI: 1965 to Present
Reflections of WEUSI: 1965 to Present Opening Reception: Saturday, April 26, 6:00–8:00 PM This event is open to the public - RSVP Exhibition Dates: April 18 – May 30, 2025 Location: The Children's Art Carnival, 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York, NY 10031 Hamilton Landmark Galleries, 467 West 144th St, New York, NY 10031 This April, the […]
The Artist’s Voice: A (Virtual) Writing Clinic for Creatives
The Artist’s Voice: A Writing Clinic for Creatives Description: The Artist’s Voice is a monthly two-hour writing clinic where artists receive hands-on support in creating and editing documents essential for their careers, ensuring they leave with improved drafts or even finished documents. The clinic focuses on helping artists craft compelling artist statements, bios, grant applications, responses […]
Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project – Decoupage on Alphabets (Wall Hanging)
Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper, SISTAAH STUDIO: Project: Decoupage on Alphabets (Wall Hanging) For: Adult cancer survivors, friends and family. Cost: Free Registration is required to participate: RSVP Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. About the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught, Harlem-based visual artist, arts instructor, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages […]
Linoleum Printing on Fabric – Part 1
The Children's Art Carnival in Partnership with EFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop Program Present PRESS & PULL | SPRING 2025 Workshop Series LINOLEUM PRINTING ON FABRIC Class Dates & Times: Part 1: Friday, May 2nd 6:00 - 8:00PM Part 2: Saturday, May 3rd 1:00 - 3:00pm Venue: The Children's Art Carnival Max. Participants: 15 Print […]
Linoleum Printing on Fabric – Part 2
The Children's Art Carnival in Partnership with EFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop Program Present PRESS & PULL | SPRING 2025 Workshop Series LINOLEUM PRINTING ON FABRIC Class Dates & Times: Part 1: Friday, May 2nd 6:00 - 8:00PM Part 2: Saturday, May 3rd 1:00 - 3:00pm Venue: The Children's Art Carnival Max. Participants: 15 Print […]
Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project – Decoupage on Bottles
Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper, SISTAAH STUDIO: For: Adult cancer survivors, friends and family. Cost: Free Registration is required to participate: RSVP Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. About the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught, Harlem-based visual artist, arts instructor, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which […]
The Word Wand – WEUSI Artmaking Workshop
The Word Wand Thursday, May 8 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. All ages (an adult must accompany children; no drop-off) Suggested donation of $5-12, or pay what you can Registration is required to participate: Sign up In this workshop, participants create a word wand to inspire them to develop practices that transform negative thinking and […]
Easy! Watercolor – for Families with Children
Join us for an afternoon of exploring watercolor painting. There are various techniques to work with, and each workshop will introduce you to simple methods to experiment with, as well as fun ways to incorporate watercolor paint, ink, pencils, and markers. Watercolor painting can help you relax and reset your mind, or serve as a […]
Easy! Watercolor – for Adults
Join us for an afternoon of exploring watercolor painting. There are various techniques to work with, and each workshop will introduce you to simple methods to experiment with, as well as fun ways to incorporate watercolor paint, ink, pencils, and markers. Watercolor painting can help you relax and reset your mind, or serve as a […]
Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw
For: Teens and Adults. Children are welcomed with an accompanying adult. Think you can’t draw? Well, think again...! In this class for teens and adults, you will use artists’ drawing tools, gain confidence, and acquire new ways of seeing and imagining that will result in drawings you are proud of. Join us and you will […]
Make a Mask – WEUSI Artmaking Workshop
Make a Mask Monday, May 12 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. All ages (children must be accompanied by an adult; no drop off) Suggested donation of $5-10, or pay what you can Registration is required to participate: Sign up This hands-on workshop guides participants through the process of creating their own unique mask. Whether for theater, cultural […]
Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project – Found Object Assemblage Boxes – Part 1
Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper, SISTAAH STUDIO: For: Adult cancer survivors, friends and family. Cost: Free Registration is required to participate: RSVP Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. About the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught, Harlem-based visual artist, arts instructor, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which […]
Film Screening: “WEUSI”
Film Screening: "WEUSI” Friday, May 16 6:00 – 8:00 pm Location: The Children's Art Carnival An independently produced documentary film tracing the roots and capturing the creative spark of the WEUSI Artist Collective, including interviews with noted WEUSI Collective members. Artist talk with members Ademola Olugebefola & Dindga McCannon, with Voza Rivers, Producer.
Stop-Action Animation – WEUSI Workshop
Stop-Action Animation Saturday, May 17 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Learn about the art of Stop-Action Animation. Imagine a story you want to tell and bring it to life using these basic animation techniques. Instructor - Mark McCannon. at the Children’s Art Carnival Registration is required to participate: Sign up
The Artist’s Voice: A (Virtual) Writing Clinic for Creatives
The Artist’s Voice: A Writing Clinic for Creatives Description: The Artist’s Voice is a monthly two-hour writing clinic where artists receive hands-on support in creating and editing documents essential for their careers, ensuring they leave with improved drafts or even finished documents. The clinic focuses on helping artists craft compelling artist statements, bios, grant applications, responses […]
Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project – Found Object Assemblage Boxes – Part 2
Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper, SISTAAH STUDIO: For: Adult cancer survivors, friends and family. Cost: Free Registration is required to participate: RSVP Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. About the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught, Harlem-based visual artist, arts instructor, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which […]
A Creative Visual Journey Celebrating 36 Years of Aleathia’s Original Artworks
Join us for an inspiring night of art-making, music, and meaningful connection as we celebrate Aleathia’s incredible 36-year creative journey! Friday, May 23, 2025 6:00–9:00 PM The Children’s Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace (at 144th St), New York, NY 10031 Create your very own painted collage masterpiece, guided by Aleathia’s one-of-a-kind approach to storytelling through […]
Panel Discussion: “WEUSI: Sustaining the legacy of Black Arts Movements, Instruments of Cultural Preservation.”
Saturday, May 24, 2 to 4 pm Panel Discussion: "WEUSI: Sustaining the legacy of Black Arts Movements, Instruments of Cultural Preservation." RSVP Participants: Shelly Innis - Contributor, WEUSI Collective Archive at the David Driscoll Center Dindga McCannon - Artist, WEUSI member Ademola Olugebefola - Artist, WEUSI member, Founder Dwyer Cultural Center Diedre Harris-Kelly - Co-Director, […]
Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw
For: Teens and Adults. Children are welcomed with an accompanying adult. Think you can’t draw? Well, think again...! In this class for teens and adults, you will use artists’ drawing tools, gain confidence, and acquire new ways of seeing and imagining that will result in drawings you are proud of. Join us and you will […]
Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project – Painting on Fabric
Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper, SISTAAH STUDIO: For: Adult cancer survivors, friends and family. Cost: Free Registration is required to participate: RSVP Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. About the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught, Harlem-based visual artist, arts instructor, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which […]
Closing Reception: Reflections of WEUSI
Closing Reception: Reflections of WEUSI 1965-Present Sunday, June 1 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York, NY 10031 Hamilton Landmark Galleries 467 West 144th St, New York, NY 10031
Press and Pull: EFA Printmaking Workshop, Print and Stitch – Part 1
PRINT & STITCH Instructor: Michele Godwin Class Date & Time: Part 1: Friday, June 6 from 6 to 8pm Part 2: Friday, June 13 from 6 to 8pm Venue: The Children's Art Carnival Max. Participants: 15 Cost: $10 Registration: Link coming soon (Registration is required to participate) Join visual artist Michele Godwin for a creative […]
Press and Pull: EFA Printmaking Workshop, Print and Stitch – Part 2
PRINT & STITCH Instructor: Michele Godwin Class Date & Time: Part 1: Friday, June 6 from 6 to 8pm Part 2: Friday, June 13 from 6 to 8pm Venue: The Children's Art Carnival Max. Participants: 15 Cost: $10 Registration: Link coming soon (Registration is required to participate) Join visual artist Michele Godwin for a creative […]