BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Children's Art Carnival - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Children's Art Carnival X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Children's Art Carnival REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20241102T155652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T053247Z UID:10001135-1733572800-1733594400@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Holiday Artists Sale + Open Studios + Popup Show - Day 1 DESCRIPTION:Two weekends only!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, Sunday December 7th and 8th\nSaturday\, Sunday December 14th and 15th \n\nNoon to 6pm \n\nLocation:\nChildren’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York NY 10031 – Free Admission and Open to the Public \nFeatured Vendors on the Parlor Floor:\nBrigada Design NYC\nHair Accessories by Mrs. Maria\nMoonstar Arts\nManhattanvilleTailors (Dec 7\, 8 only)\nShimoda Accessories (Dec 14\, 15 only)\nT-Shirts by Florencio\nHand Blown Glass Accessories by Ghislaines Sabiti (Dec 14\, 15 only)\n…and more! \n\nWorkspace Artist Open Studios: \nGround floor\nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper \n2nd floor\nHamilton Heights Darkroom\nDionis Ortiz \n3rd floor\nMilagros Batista/Batista Collection\nMartha Jones\nTomo Mori (Watercolor Holiday Card Making Activity) \nThe ground floor popup show: \nUptown Artists\nLaura King (Drawing table)\nEFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop Staff and Interns\nHamilton Heights Darkroom members \n  \n\nPhotos from 2023/2024 events: URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/holiday-artists-sale-open-studios-popup-show/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops,Exhibitions,Fundraiser,The Fun House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CAC_HolidayArtistSale_sq.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20241102T155903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T053045Z UID:10001136-1733659200-1733680800@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Holiday Artists Sale + Open Studios + Popup Show - Day 2 DESCRIPTION:Two weekends only!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, Sunday December 7th and 8th\nSaturday\, Sunday December 14th and 15th \n\nNoon to 6pm \n\nLocation:\nChildren’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York NY 10031 – Free Admission and Open to the Public \nFeatured Vendors on the Parlor Floor:\nBrigada Design NYC\nHair Accessories by Mrs. Maria\nMoonstar Arts\nManhattanvilleTailors (Dec 7\, 8 only)\nShimoda Accessories (Dec 14\, 15 only)\nT-Shirts by Florencio\nHand Blown Glass Accessories by Ghislaines Sabiti (Dec 14\, 15 only)\n…and more! \n\nWorkspace Artist Open Studios: \nGround floor\nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper \n2nd floor\nHamilton Heights Darkroom\nDionis Ortiz \n3rd floor\nMilagros Batista/Batista Collection\nMartha Jones\nTomo Mori (Watercolor Holiday Card Making Activity) \nThe ground floor popup show: \nUptown Artists\nLaura King (Drawing table)\nEFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop Staff and Interns\nHamilton Heights Darkroom members \n  \n\nPhotos from 2023/2024 events: URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/holiday-artists-sale-open-studios-popup-show-2/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops,Exhibitions,Fundraiser,The Fun House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CAC_HolidayArtistSale_sq.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20240919T000659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T231025Z UID:10001117-1734112800-1734120000@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Press and Pull: EFA Printmaking Workshop\, Print and Stitch - Part 1 DESCRIPTION:PRINT & STITCH \nInstructor: Michele Godwin \nClass Date & Time:\nFriday December 13th from 6-8pm and Saturday\, December 14th from 1pm to 3pm \nVenue: The Children’s Art Carnival \nMax. Participants: 15 \nCost: $10 \nRegistration: Save your spot\n(Registration is required to participate) \nJoin visual artist Michele Godwin for a creative mixed media workshop\, open to participants aged 12 and up (those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). In this two-part workshop\, you’ll learn how to create art by combining linoleum printing and simple embroidery. In the first session\, you’ll design\, carve\, and print a linoleum block. In the second session\, you’ll add easy\, decorative stitches to bring your print to life. No experience is necessary\, and attendance at both sessions is required to complete the final piece. Perfect for anyone looking to explore new techniques and have fun with art! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Michele Godwin \nBorn in Baltimore\, Maryland\, and raised in Central and East Harlem\, Michele Godwin attended the New York City public schools\, earned a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts and an MFA in printmaking from the City University of New York. She also honed her skills in printmaking and served as a monitor at the Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop. As a teacher\, Godwin has worked with individuals of all ages\, teaching printmaking and pottery to children\, seniors\, and adults. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/press-and-pull-efa-printmaking-workshop-by-michele-godwin/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/fi_MichelleGodwin.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20241102T155936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T223507Z UID:10001137-1734177600-1734199200@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Holiday Artists Sale + Open Studios + Popup Show - Day 3 DESCRIPTION:Last weekend!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, Sunday December 14th and 15th \n\nNoon to 6pm \n \nCome to the CAC Holiday Artists Sale and Open Studios to shop for original art\, crafts\, home goods\, and clothes made by local artists.  \nThe CAC workspace artists’ studios and Hamilton Heights Darkroom will be open to the public. All guests are welcome to participate in art-making activities like watercolor holiday cards.  \nOn the ground floor gallery\, we are hosting an informal popup show with the Uptown’s finest visual artists and EFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop’s staff/interns. \nLocation:\nChildren’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York NY 10031 \n\nFeatured Makers on the Parlor Floor:\nArza Mosaic Art (Dec 14\, 15 only)\nBrigada Design NYC\nArt Cards by Eric\nHair Accessories by Mrs. Maria\nMoonstar Arts\nManhattanvilleTailors (Dec 7\, 8 only)\nSimone’s Afrocentric Jewelry\nShimoda Accessories (Dec 14\, 15 only)\nHand Blown Glass Accessories by Ghislaines Sabiti (Dec 14\, 15 only)\n…and more! \n\nWorkspace Artist Open Studios: \nGround floor\nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper \n2nd floor\nHamilton Heights Darkroom\nDionis Ortiz \n3rd floor\nMilagros Batista/Batista Collection\nMartha Jones\nTomo Mori + Watercolor Holiday Card Making Activity.  We have so many cool stencils – all ages are welcome and FREE. \n\n \n  \nThe ground floor\nLaura King + Draw with me table\n\nPopup show:\nUptown Artists & EFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop Staff and Interns: Delaney Accomando\, Ana Bravo\, Paul Deo\, Casandra Graves\, Michele Godwin\, Francis Hsueh\, Hailes\, Rafaela Luna\, Cinzia Meneghello\, Tomoko Sawada\, Chie Shimamura\, Yasuyo Tanaka\, Regina Tate \n\nCasandra Graves \n\nChie Shimamura \n\nPaul Deo \n\nAna Bravo \n\nRegina Tate \n\nThe CAC ground floor gallery \n  \n\nPhotos from 2023/2024 events: \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/holiday-artists-sale-open-studios-popup-show-3/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops,Exhibitions,Fundraiser,The Fun House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CAC_HolidayArtistSale_sq.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20241015T033755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T230935Z UID:10001129-1734181200-1734188400@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Press and Pull: EFA Printmaking Workshop\, Print and Stitch - Part 2 DESCRIPTION:PRINT & STITCH \nInstructor: Michele Godwin \nClass Date & Time:\nFriday December 13th from 6-8pm and Saturday\, December 14th from 1pm to 3pm \nVenue: The Children’s Art Carnival \nMax. Participants: 15 \nCost: $10 \nRegistration: Save your spot\n(Registration is required to participate) \nJoin visual artist Michele Godwin for a creative mixed media workshop\, open to participants aged 12 and up (those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). In this two-part workshop\, you’ll learn how to create art by combining linoleum printing and simple embroidery. In the first session\, you’ll design\, carve\, and print a linoleum block. In the second session\, you’ll add easy\, decorative stitches to bring your print to life. No experience is necessary\, and attendance at both sessions is required to complete the final piece. Perfect for anyone looking to explore new techniques and have fun with art! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Michele Godwin \nBorn in Baltimore\, Maryland\, and raised in Central and East Harlem\, Michele Godwin attended the New York City public schools\, earned a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts and an MFA in printmaking from the City University of New York. She also honed her skills in printmaking and served as a monitor at the Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop. As a teacher\, Godwin has worked with individuals of all ages\, teaching printmaking and pottery to children\, seniors\, and adults. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/press-and-pull-efa-printmaking-workshop-by-michele-godwin-3/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/fi_MichelleGodwin.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20241102T160021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T223438Z UID:10001138-1734264000-1734285600@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Holiday Artists Sale + Open Studios + Popup Show - Day 4 DESCRIPTION:Last weekend!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, Sunday December 14th and 15th \n\nNoon to 6pm \n \nCome to the CAC Holiday Artists Sale and Open Studios to shop for original art\, crafts\, home goods\, and clothes made by local artists.  \nThe CAC workspace artists’ studios and Hamilton Heights Darkroom will be open to the public. All guests are welcome to participate in art-making activities like watercolor holiday cards.  \nOn the ground floor gallery\, we are hosting an informal popup show with the Uptown’s finest visual artists and EFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop’s staff/interns. \nLocation:\nChildren’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York NY 10031 \n\nFeatured Makers on the Parlor Floor:\nArza Mosaic Art (Dec 14\, 15 only)\nBrigada Design NYC\nArt Cards by Eric\nHair Accessories by Mrs. Maria\nMoonstar Arts\nManhattanvilleTailors (Dec 7\, 8 only)\nSimone’s Afrocentric Jewelry\nShimoda Accessories (Dec 14\, 15 only)\nHand Blown Glass Accessories by Ghislaines Sabiti (Dec 14\, 15 only)\n…and more! \n\nWorkspace Artist Open Studios: \nGround floor\nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper \n2nd floor\nHamilton Heights Darkroom\nDionis Ortiz \n3rd floor\nMilagros Batista/Batista Collection\nMartha Jones\nTomo Mori + Watercolor Holiday Card Making Activity.  We have so many cool stencils – all ages are welcome and FREE. \n\n \n  \nThe ground floor\nLaura King + Draw with me table\n\nPopup show:\nUptown Artists & EFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop Staff and Interns: Delaney Accomando\, Ana Bravo\, Paul Deo\, Casandra Graves\, Michele Godwin\, Francis Hsueh\, Hailes\, Rafaela Luna\, Cinzia Meneghello\, Tomoko Sawada\, Chie Shimamura\, Yasuyo Tanaka\, Regina Tate \n\nCasandra Graves \n\nChie Shimamura \n\nPaul Deo \n\nAna Bravo \n\nRegina Tate \n\nThe CAC ground floor gallery \n  \n\nPhotos from 2023/2024 events: \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/holiday-artists-sale-open-studios-popup-show-4/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops,Exhibitions,Fundraiser,The Fun House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CAC_HolidayArtistSale_sq.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20241105T234429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T223955Z UID:10001141-1734876000-1734881400@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, December 22\, 2 to 3:30 pm\nFor: Teens and Adults. \nThink 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 expand your awareness of what elements combine to make a “good drawing\,” and have fun discovering your unique style of artistic expression. Don’t miss this empowering class—come cultivate your creativity. Yes\, you CAN draw! You got this! \n  \nThe registration is required to participate: Register \n\n\n. \n\n\n\nLaura King\, Artist\, Art\nAbout the facilitator: Laura King\n\nLaura King\, artist and resident of West Harlem\, is passionate about expressing city life by drawing. Her graphite works range from precise anatomical storytelling and portraiture to quick captures of the streets that vibrate with energy and motion. In 2024\, her drawings have been shown in NYC exhibitions at The Factory\, Culture Lab LIC\, Diego Salazar\, The Atlantic\, and soon (Oct-Nov) Art on the Avenue. She was also an invited panelist during LICA’s Drawing Beyond the Surface exhibition May 2024\, Seeing and Feeling: A Conversation about the Medium of Drawing. @diditellyouidraw\n \n\n\nThe Consult\, Laura King\n  \n  \n\n\n\nThe registration is required to participate: Registration link coming soon\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/drawing-for-people-who-think-they-cant-draw-5/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/fi_King_Laura_drawing.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250105T014258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T061024Z UID:10001151-1736361000-1736368200@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project - Papier Mache Doll Making\, part 1 DESCRIPTION:Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\, SISTAAH STUDIO: \nPapier Mache Doll Making – (January 8\, 15\, 22) Three week process –  We will use wire\, masking tape\, newspaper\, wet plaster strips\, air dried clay\, and paint. After the dolls are formed\, clothes made from fabrics\, yarn for hair\, headwraps or hats are added. The dolls will then be artfully adorned with colorful embellishments such as jewelry items and trimmings.\n \nFor: Adult cancer survivors\, friends and family.\nCost: Free\nRegistration is required to participate: RSVP\n \nWednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. \n \n \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\n \nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught\, Harlem-based visual artist\, arts instructor\, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which she repurposes into visual art. Her artistic undertakings included assignments as artist-in-residence at The Ralph Lauren Cancer Center and as a Creative Center at University Settlement artist-in-residence wherein she used the arts to nurture the creativity of cancer patients\, their families\, and staff in a healthcare setting. She also guides elder participants through arts activities at senior centers in Washington Heights\, Upper East Side and Brooklyn. \nIn 2010 Wilhelmina was honored with three prestigious awards for art: The Black Art Makers Award of National Conference of Artists\, The Women’s History Month Creative Power of Women Award presented by New York State Senator Bill Perkins\, and The Alain Locke Art Action Award presented by The Harlem Arts Alliance. She was also a NoMAA (Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance) 2016 Uptown Arts Stroll Honoree. Wilhelmina is the founder of SISTAAH\, Inc. (Survivors Inspiring Sisters Through Art and Advocacy for Health)\, an arts-based non-profit organization which seeks to inform\, encourage and facilitate access to early detection of breast cancer by connecting the medically underserved to free screening services. Using SISTAAH\, Inc. as a platform\, Wilhelmina has launched numerous successful grant-funded community art projects: Saving Our Sisters in the African American Community\, the Harlem Hand Fan Initiative\, and O.Y.E. Open Your Eyes Community Art/Health Awareness Project. \nShe self-published her first book\, A Feeling of Fullness: Insights of a Divinely Guided Journey Beyond Breast Cancer (2016\, Xlibris Publishing Company) which chronicles the journey from the nearly-missed breast cancer diagnosis at age 37 through her present-day life as an artist/author/health awareness advocate. Her second book entitled Uplifting Cancer Survivors in the COVID Era: Expressions of Kindness and Inspiration Between Aunties and Nieces was released in October 2022. \nSome collectors of her artwork include: Alice Walker\, Bill Clinton\, The Heath Gallery\, and Hamilton Landmark Galleries. Eleven of her assemblages appear as set dressing in Seasons 1 and 2 of the Prime Video Series HARLEM. \nWilhelmina is an avid gardener and lives with her husband in Harlem. Her website is:\nhttps://sistaah.org \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nOpen Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project is supported by\n\nTo help New Yorkers—especially those in low-income areas—come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/open-your-eyes-o-y-e-community-arts-project-papier-mache-doll-making-part-1/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/fi_doll.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="http%3A//www.AleathiasArt.us":MAILTO:sistaahstudio@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20241227T162431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T215421Z UID:10001145-1736690400-1736695800@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, January 12\, 2 to 3:30 pm\nFor: Teens and Adults. Children are welcomed with an accompanying adult. \n\n\n\nThink 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 expand your awareness of what elements combine to make a “good drawing\,” and have fun discovering your unique style of artistic expression. Don’t miss this empowering class—come cultivate your creativity. Yes\, you CAN draw! You got this! \nThe class is ongoing and the teacher works with students individually\, offering new subjects and techniques each week. \nThe registration is required to participate: Register Now \nUpcoming:\nSunday\, January 26\, 2 to 3:30 pm\nSunday\, February 9\, 2 to 3:30 pm\nSunday\, February 23\, 2 to 3:30 pm\n. \n\n\n\n\n\nLaura King\, Artist\, Art\nAbout the facilitator: Laura King\n\nLaura King\, artist and resident of West Harlem\, is passionate about expressing city life by drawing. Her graphite works range from precise anatomical storytelling and portraiture to quick captures of the streets that vibrate with energy and motion. In 2024\, her drawings have been shown in NYC exhibitions at The Factory\, Culture Lab LIC\, Diego Salazar\, The Atlantic\, and soon (Oct-Nov) Art on the Avenue. She was also an invited panelist during LICA’s Drawing Beyond the Surface exhibition May 2024\, Seeing and Feeling: A Conversation about the Medium of Drawing. @diditellyouidraw\n \n\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\nThe registration is required to participate: Registration link coming soon URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/drawing-for-people-who-think-they-cant-draw-6/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/fi_drawing2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250105T014355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T060951Z UID:10001152-1736965800-1736973000@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project - Papier Mache Doll Making\, part 2 DESCRIPTION:Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\, SISTAAH STUDIO: \nPapier Mache Doll Making – (January 8\, 15\, 22) Three week process –  We will use wire\, masking tape\, newspaper\, wet plaster strips\, air dried clay\, and paint. After the dolls are formed\, clothes made from fabrics\, yarn for hair\, headwraps or hats are added. The dolls will then be artfully adorned with colorful embellishments such as jewelry items and trimmings.\n \nFor: Adult cancer survivors\, friends and family.\nCost: Free\nRegistration is required to participate: RSVP\n \nWednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. \n \n \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\n \nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught\, Harlem-based visual artist\, arts instructor\, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which she repurposes into visual art. Her artistic undertakings included assignments as artist-in-residence at The Ralph Lauren Cancer Center and as a Creative Center at University Settlement artist-in-residence wherein she used the arts to nurture the creativity of cancer patients\, their families\, and staff in a healthcare setting. She also guides elder participants through arts activities at senior centers in Washington Heights\, Upper East Side and Brooklyn. \nIn 2010 Wilhelmina was honored with three prestigious awards for art: The Black Art Makers Award of National Conference of Artists\, The Women’s History Month Creative Power of Women Award presented by New York State Senator Bill Perkins\, and The Alain Locke Art Action Award presented by The Harlem Arts Alliance. She was also a NoMAA (Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance) 2016 Uptown Arts Stroll Honoree. Wilhelmina is the founder of SISTAAH\, Inc. (Survivors Inspiring Sisters Through Art and Advocacy for Health)\, an arts-based non-profit organization which seeks to inform\, encourage and facilitate access to early detection of breast cancer by connecting the medically underserved to free screening services. Using SISTAAH\, Inc. as a platform\, Wilhelmina has launched numerous successful grant-funded community art projects: Saving Our Sisters in the African American Community\, the Harlem Hand Fan Initiative\, and O.Y.E. Open Your Eyes Community Art/Health Awareness Project. \nShe self-published her first book\, A Feeling of Fullness: Insights of a Divinely Guided Journey Beyond Breast Cancer (2016\, Xlibris Publishing Company) which chronicles the journey from the nearly-missed breast cancer diagnosis at age 37 through her present-day life as an artist/author/health awareness advocate. Her second book entitled Uplifting Cancer Survivors in the COVID Era: Expressions of Kindness and Inspiration Between Aunties and Nieces was released in October 2022. \nSome collectors of her artwork include: Alice Walker\, Bill Clinton\, The Heath Gallery\, and Hamilton Landmark Galleries. Eleven of her assemblages appear as set dressing in Seasons 1 and 2 of the Prime Video Series HARLEM. \nWilhelmina is an avid gardener and lives with her husband in Harlem. Her website is:\nhttps://sistaah.org \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nOpen Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project is supported by\n\nTo help New Yorkers—especially those in low-income areas—come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/open-your-eyes-o-y-e-community-arts-project-papier-mache-doll-making-part-2/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/fi_doll.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="http%3A//www.AleathiasArt.us":MAILTO:sistaahstudio@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20241223T155609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T034119Z UID:10001144-1737198000-1737201600@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Crochet Workshop - Families with Children DESCRIPTION:Crochet Workshop by Milagros Batista\n\nJoin fashion designer and craftswoman Milagros Batista in a delightful crochet workshop suitable for all ages and skill levels. For beginners looking to grasp the fundamentals\, Milagros will guide students through a hands-on experience\, offering insights into both simple basics and more challenging stitches. \nThe workshop will be held at Children’s Art Carnival at 62 Hamilton Place\, New York\, NY 10031 \nThe 3rd Saturday of every month\nJanuary 18\,  2025\nFebruary 15\, 2025\nMarch 15\, 2025\nApril 19\, 2025 \nFamilies with children:\n11am to 12 noon\nChildren must be accompanied with an adult\, no drop-off \nFree\, or pay what-you-can donation \nOnline registration is required to participate: Register for Families with Children Workshop \nTeens and Adults: 12:30 to 1:30pm Register for Teens and Adults Workshop\n \n \nMilagros Batista: Creator of Wearable Art! \nFiber Artist | Master Knitter/Crocheter | Fashion Designer | Social Activist \nPersonal and Artistic Journey \nMilagros Batista is more than a designer; she’s a storyteller weaving tales of resilience\, cultural vibrancy\, and individuality through her wearable art. Born in Puerto Plata\, Dominican Republic\, Milagros draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of her childhood—ocean waves\, bustling markets\, and the aroma of coffee and sugarcane. Growing up during a challenging political era\, Milagros found strength in her family and guidance in the form of Doña Maria Luisa\, a Freedom Fighter and Master Knitter. This mentorship became the foundation of her journey into the world of fiber arts\, knitting\, crochet\, and social justice. \nEarly Influence and Mentorship \nAt seven\, Milagros’ meeting with Doña Maria Luisa marked the beginning of a transformative journey. Hindered by financial constraints\, Milagros proposed a unique arrangement—she’d work for knitting lessons. Doña Maria Luisa\, a fearless advocate against dictatorship\, not only agreed but ignited in Milagros a passion for social change. Doña Maria Luisa’s passing didn’t halt Milagros’ growth; instead\, she became part of a collective of women mentors\, guiding her until her family moved to New York. The vibrant culture of NYC\, coupled with the influence of the “Black is Beautiful” movement\, shaped Milagros’ perspective\, fueling her commitment to equity\, sustainability\, and gender neutrality. \nThe Batista Collections: Brand Bio \nMilagros Batista – Designing for Equity\, Sustainability\, and Gender Neutrality \nA decade ago\, Milagros transitioned careers to dedicate herself entirely to knitting and crochet. In 2016\, she birthed Batista Collections\, challenging preconceptions in high fashion. The resurgence of these crafts during the pandemic amplified her mission\, solidifying their presence in the industry. Milagros’ designs stand out\, incorporating intricate cables reminiscent of braided hair. Pieces like the “Free Spirited” shawl/jacket symbolize freedom and self-expression. As Batista Collections moves forward\, it envisions pushing creative boundaries\, defining a path where fashion meets individuality. \nMission Statement \nAt Batista Collections\, we’re crafting a fashion revolution beyond gender norms. Fashion should liberate\, allowing limitless self-expression. Rooted in inclusivity and authenticity\, our gender-neutral garments empower individuals to embrace their unique identities without fear or limitation. Meticulously crafted\, our designs blur gender lines\, allowing wearers to explore personal style with confidence. We celebrate the beauty of diversity\, honoring the rich tapestry of global identities. Committed to sustainability\, we prioritize ethical practices and mindful production. Join us in this transformative journey where fashion becomes a tool for self-expression and empowerment. URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/crochet-workshop/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/crochet_flower.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250103T024806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T051230Z UID:10001149-1737201600-1737208800@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Hamilton Heights Darkroom Workshops - Photograms for Parent & Child DESCRIPTION:Hamilton Heights Darkroom Workshops: Jan 18\, Photograms for Parent & Child \nHamilton Heights Darkroom (HHD) is dedicated to preserving the timeless craft of traditional darkroom printing and film photography. Through hands-on experiences\, students will learn the fundamentals of photography by shooting with film cameras and printing from negatives in the darkroom. \nWe offer workshops tailored to youth\, teens\, and adult printers of all skill levels\, from beginners to advanced practitioners. \nJanuary 18 – Photograms: This is a fun introduction to the darkroom class. Students place objects on photographic paper and expose them to light\, then develop the paper in our darkroom. The unusual combinations are personal expressions that utilize the student’s intuition. \nTime: 12:00am – 2:00pm \nAge Group: Adults 18+ (1/18 Aged 6+ with parent) \nWorkshops will be held at the Children’s Art Carnival at 62 Hamilton Place\, 2nd floor\, New York\, NY 10031 \nMask Requirement: All students must wear a quality mask (KN95 or N95) \nOnline registration is required to participate: Register Now\n. \n \n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Workshops: \nFebruary 15 – Family Photo: Everybody has an old box of photos or negatives of their family members.  Students bring in negatives of past and current family and make enlarged copies. Multiple copies can be gifted to others. \nMarch 15 – Darkroom Open Printing: Students can print what they like. They can print photograms again or combine enlarged negatives with objects for unique photographs.  Students who attend two or more of these workshops begin to see the potential of creating art in a traditional darkroom. \nApril 19 – Matting Workshop: Students provide their own work to be matted in preparation for framing and display. This class is suitable for attendance by students from multiple disciplines. A bevel edged window mat (supplied) is cut for each piece and students attach their work. Photos\, drawings\, collage and old newspapers articles can be matted. Students leave with pieces mounted and ready to frame.\n. \n \n\n\n\n\nAbout Hamilton Heights Darkroom:\nLocated in the historic Hamilton Heights neighborhood within Harlem\, Hamilton Heights Darkroom (HHD) is dedicated to the preservation of traditional darkroom printing and film photography. Students use film cameras\, and print from negatives in the darkroom as a basis to learn photography. HHD offers photography basics and darkroom printing for youth\, teens and adult printers\, from beginner level to advanced. \nAs darkrooms\, photography and public school arts programs disappear\, HHD strives to preserve both culture and photography in the Harlem community. HHD offers group printing classes\, photography classes (film and digital) and discussion about current photography issues in a collegial setting. HHD collaborates with local community arts and culture organizations seeking youth and adults interested in photography. \n  \nHamilton Heights Darkroom Workshops and all programs at The Children’s Art Carnival are made possible with funding from West Harlem Development Corporation\, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council\, the Ruth Foundation for The Arts and donations from New York Film Academy. \n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/hamilton-heights-darkroom-workshops-photograms-for-parent-child/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/hs_CAC_photograms3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250103T020514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T034040Z UID:10001147-1737203400-1737207000@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Crochet Workshop - Teens and Adults DESCRIPTION:Crochet Workshop by Milagros Batista\n\nJoin fashion designer and craftswoman Milagros Batista in a delightful crochet workshop suitable for all ages and skill levels. For beginners looking to grasp the fundamentals\, Milagros will guide students through a hands-on experience\, offering insights into both simple basics and more challenging stitches. \nThe workshop will be held at Children’s Art Carnival at 62 Hamilton Place\, New York\, NY 10031 \nThe 3rd Saturday of every month\nJanuary 18\,  2025\nFebruary 15\, 2025\nMarch 15\, 2025\nApril 19\, 2025 \nFree\, or pay what-you-can donation \nTeens and Adults: \n12:30 to 1:30pm\nOnline registration is required to participate: Register for Teens and Adults Workshop \n  \nFamilies with children:\n11am to 12 noon\nChildren must be accompanied with an adult\, no drop-off\nRegister for Families with Children Workshop \n  \n \nMilagros Batista: Creator of Wearable Art! \nFiber Artist | Master Knitter/Crocheter | Fashion Designer | Social Activist \nPersonal and Artistic Journey \nMilagros Batista is more than a designer; she’s a storyteller weaving tales of resilience\, cultural vibrancy\, and individuality through her wearable art. Born in Puerto Plata\, Dominican Republic\, Milagros draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of her childhood—ocean waves\, bustling markets\, and the aroma of coffee and sugarcane. Growing up during a challenging political era\, Milagros found strength in her family and guidance in the form of Doña Maria Luisa\, a Freedom Fighter and Master Knitter. This mentorship became the foundation of her journey into the world of fiber arts\, knitting\, crochet\, and social justice. \nEarly Influence and Mentorship \nAt seven\, Milagros’ meeting with Doña Maria Luisa marked the beginning of a transformative journey. Hindered by financial constraints\, Milagros proposed a unique arrangement—she’d work for knitting lessons. Doña Maria Luisa\, a fearless advocate against dictatorship\, not only agreed but ignited in Milagros a passion for social change. Doña Maria Luisa’s passing didn’t halt Milagros’ growth; instead\, she became part of a collective of women mentors\, guiding her until her family moved to New York. The vibrant culture of NYC\, coupled with the influence of the “Black is Beautiful” movement\, shaped Milagros’ perspective\, fueling her commitment to equity\, sustainability\, and gender neutrality. \nThe Batista Collections: Brand Bio \nMilagros Batista – Designing for Equity\, Sustainability\, and Gender Neutrality \nA decade ago\, Milagros transitioned careers to dedicate herself entirely to knitting and crochet. In 2016\, she birthed Batista Collections\, challenging preconceptions in high fashion. The resurgence of these crafts during the pandemic amplified her mission\, solidifying their presence in the industry. Milagros’ designs stand out\, incorporating intricate cables reminiscent of braided hair. Pieces like the “Free Spirited” shawl/jacket symbolize freedom and self-expression. As Batista Collections moves forward\, it envisions pushing creative boundaries\, defining a path where fashion meets individuality. \nMission Statement \nAt Batista Collections\, we’re crafting a fashion revolution beyond gender norms. Fashion should liberate\, allowing limitless self-expression. Rooted in inclusivity and authenticity\, our gender-neutral garments empower individuals to embrace their unique identities without fear or limitation. Meticulously crafted\, our designs blur gender lines\, allowing wearers to explore personal style with confidence. We celebrate the beauty of diversity\, honoring the rich tapestry of global identities. Committed to sustainability\, we prioritize ethical practices and mindful production. Join us in this transformative journey where fashion becomes a tool for self-expression and empowerment. URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/crochet-workshop-teens-and-adults/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/crochet_flower.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250105T014637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T060903Z UID:10001153-1737570600-1737577800@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project - Papier Mache Doll Making\, part 3 DESCRIPTION:Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\, SISTAAH STUDIO: \nPapier Mache Doll Making – (January 8\, 15\, 22) Three week process –  We will use wire\, masking tape\, newspaper\, wet plaster strips\, air dried clay\, and paint. After the dolls are formed\, clothes made from fabrics\, yarn for hair\, headwraps or hats are added. The dolls will then be artfully adorned with colorful embellishments such as jewelry items and trimmings.\n \nFor: Adult cancer survivors\, friends and family.\nCost: Free\nRegistration is required to participate: RSVP\n \nWednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. \n \n \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\n \nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught\, Harlem-based visual artist\, arts instructor\, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which she repurposes into visual art. Her artistic undertakings included assignments as artist-in-residence at The Ralph Lauren Cancer Center and as a Creative Center at University Settlement artist-in-residence wherein she used the arts to nurture the creativity of cancer patients\, their families\, and staff in a healthcare setting. She also guides elder participants through arts activities at senior centers in Washington Heights\, Upper East Side and Brooklyn. \nIn 2010 Wilhelmina was honored with three prestigious awards for art: The Black Art Makers Award of National Conference of Artists\, The Women’s History Month Creative Power of Women Award presented by New York State Senator Bill Perkins\, and The Alain Locke Art Action Award presented by The Harlem Arts Alliance. She was also a NoMAA (Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance) 2016 Uptown Arts Stroll Honoree. Wilhelmina is the founder of SISTAAH\, Inc. (Survivors Inspiring Sisters Through Art and Advocacy for Health)\, an arts-based non-profit organization which seeks to inform\, encourage and facilitate access to early detection of breast cancer by connecting the medically underserved to free screening services. Using SISTAAH\, Inc. as a platform\, Wilhelmina has launched numerous successful grant-funded community art projects: Saving Our Sisters in the African American Community\, the Harlem Hand Fan Initiative\, and O.Y.E. Open Your Eyes Community Art/Health Awareness Project. \nShe self-published her first book\, A Feeling of Fullness: Insights of a Divinely Guided Journey Beyond Breast Cancer (2016\, Xlibris Publishing Company) which chronicles the journey from the nearly-missed breast cancer diagnosis at age 37 through her present-day life as an artist/author/health awareness advocate. Her second book entitled Uplifting Cancer Survivors in the COVID Era: Expressions of Kindness and Inspiration Between Aunties and Nieces was released in October 2022. \nSome collectors of her artwork include: Alice Walker\, Bill Clinton\, The Heath Gallery\, and Hamilton Landmark Galleries. Eleven of her assemblages appear as set dressing in Seasons 1 and 2 of the Prime Video Series HARLEM. \nWilhelmina is an avid gardener and lives with her husband in Harlem. Her website is:\nhttps://sistaah.org \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nOpen Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project is supported by\n\nTo help New Yorkers—especially those in low-income areas—come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/open-your-eyes-o-y-e-community-arts-project-papier-mache-doll-making-part-3/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/fi_doll.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="http%3A//www.AleathiasArt.us":MAILTO:sistaahstudio@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20241227T162633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T055022Z UID:10001146-1737900000-1737905400@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, January 26\, 2 to 3:30 pm\nFor: Teens and Adults. Children are welcomed with an accompanying adult. \nThink 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 expand your awareness of what elements combine to make a “good drawing\,” and have fun discovering your unique style of artistic expression. Don’t miss this empowering class—come cultivate your creativity. Yes\, you CAN draw! You got this! \nThe class is ongoing and the teacher works with students individually\, offering new subjects and techniques each week. \nThe registration is required to participate: Register Now \nUpcoming:\nSunday\, February 9\, 2 to 3:30 pm\nSunday\, February 23\, 2 to 3:30 pm\n. \n\n\n\n\n\nLaura King\, Artist\, Art\nAbout the facilitator: Laura King\n\nLaura King\, artist and resident of West Harlem\, is passionate about expressing city life by drawing. Her graphite works range from precise anatomical storytelling and portraiture to quick captures of the streets that vibrate with energy and motion. In 2024\, her drawings have been shown in NYC exhibitions at The Factory\, Culture Lab LIC\, Diego Salazar\, The Atlantic\, and soon (Oct-Nov) Art on the Avenue. She was also an invited panelist during LICA’s Drawing Beyond the Surface exhibition May 2024\, Seeing and Feeling: A Conversation about the Medium of Drawing. @diditellyouidraw\n \n\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\nThe registration is required to participate: Registration link coming soon\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/drawing-for-people-who-think-they-cant-draw-7/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/fi_drawing2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250105T193023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T044959Z UID:10001154-1738175400-1738182600@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project - Papier Mache Doll Making (extended) DESCRIPTION:  \nArt making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\, SISTAAH STUDIO: \nProject: Papier Mache Doll Making (extended) \nFor: Adult cancer survivors\, friends and family.\nCost: Free\nRegistration is required to participate: RSVP\n \nWednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. \n \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\n \nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught\, Harlem-based visual artist\, arts instructor\, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which she repurposes into visual art. Her artistic undertakings included assignments as artist-in-residence at The Ralph Lauren Cancer Center and as a Creative Center at University Settlement artist-in-residence wherein she used the arts to nurture the creativity of cancer patients\, their families\, and staff in a healthcare setting. She also guides elder participants through arts activities at senior centers in Washington Heights\, Upper East Side and Brooklyn. \nIn 2010 Wilhelmina was honored with three prestigious awards for art: The Black Art Makers Award of National Conference of Artists\, The Women’s History Month Creative Power of Women Award presented by New York State Senator Bill Perkins\, and The Alain Locke Art Action Award presented by The Harlem Arts Alliance. She was also a NoMAA (Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance) 2016 Uptown Arts Stroll Honoree. Wilhelmina is the founder of SISTAAH\, Inc. (Survivors Inspiring Sisters Through Art and Advocacy for Health)\, an arts-based non-profit organization which seeks to inform\, encourage and facilitate access to early detection of breast cancer by connecting the medically underserved to free screening services. Using SISTAAH\, Inc. as a platform\, Wilhelmina has launched numerous successful grant-funded community art projects: Saving Our Sisters in the African American Community\, the Harlem Hand Fan Initiative\, and O.Y.E. Open Your Eyes Community Art/Health Awareness Project. \nShe self-published her first book\, A Feeling of Fullness: Insights of a Divinely Guided Journey Beyond Breast Cancer (2016\, Xlibris Publishing Company) which chronicles the journey from the nearly-missed breast cancer diagnosis at age 37 through her present-day life as an artist/author/health awareness advocate. Her second book entitled Uplifting Cancer Survivors in the COVID Era: Expressions of Kindness and Inspiration Between Aunties and Nieces was released in October 2022. \nSome collectors of her artwork include: Alice Walker\, Bill Clinton\, The Heath Gallery\, and Hamilton Landmark Galleries. Eleven of her assemblages appear as set dressing in Seasons 1 and 2 of the Prime Video Series HARLEM. \nWilhelmina is an avid gardener and lives with her husband in Harlem. Her website is:\nhttps://sistaah.org \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nOpen Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project is supported by\n\nTo help New Yorkers—especially those in low-income areas—come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/open-your-eyes-o-y-e-community-arts-project-tba/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/fi_doll.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="http%3A//www.AleathiasArt.us":MAILTO:sistaahstudio@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20240201T050319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T032809Z UID:10001057-1738422000-1738425600@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Easy! Watercolor - for Families with Children DESCRIPTION: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. \nWatercolor painting can help you relax and reset your mind\, or serve as a visual journal for expressing feelings that words may not fully convey. The facilitator will share her insights and ideas for activities you can do at home. \nWe offer two workshops: a family session from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. and an adult-only session from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. \nThe workshop will be held at Children’s Art Carnival at 62 Hamilton Place\, New York\, NY 10031 \n\n\n\n\nThe 2nd Saturday of every month \nFebruary 1 – Using Stencils ((due to schedule conflict\, it will be the first Saturday just for February)\nMarch 8 – Blending Colors on Paper\nApril 11 – Transparent Layers\nMay 10 – Portrait Hack\nJune 14 – Painting circles with bottles and cups \nFamily with children: 3pm to 4pm (children must be accompanied with an adult\, no drop-off) \nOnline registration is required to participate: Register Now \nFree\, or pay what-you-can donation \n \nEasy! Watercolor Workshop and all programs at The Children’s Art Carnival are made possible with funding from West Harlem Development Corporation\, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council\, the Ruth Foundation for The Arts and donations from New York Film Academy and Hamilton Heights community and beyond. \n  \n\n\n\n\n \nAbout the facilitator: \nTomo Mori is a native of Japan and a West Harlem-based artist who focuses on fiber art installation and collage. \nTomo learned watercolor rigorously under a master watercolorist from age 14 to 15 to enroll herself at Tokyo Metropolitan High School for Music and Fine Art\, and she was accepted to the school with a perfect score. \nWatercolor is not central to her current art practice; however\, she uses the skill to sketch her ideas or keep a visual journal. When she paints watercolor\, she finds freedom\, lighting her spirit. Perhaps because they are just sketches\, or the medium is easy to manage. Through these workshops she wants to share the joy and therapeutic nature of watercolor painting. \nTomo’s work has been exhibited in various venues like Columbia University\, Scope Miami\, Laundromat Project\, Rush Arts Galleries\, Governors Island\, Newark Museum\, Christie’s and Swann Auction Galleries. She received a commission from MTA and completed a laminated glass and metal installation in 2018. She participated in the Winter Workspace Residency at Wave Hill in early 2023. She is currently working as a studio artist at the Children’s Art Carnival. \n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/easy-watercolor-the-2nd-saturdays-2/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/fi_watercolor_TomoMori.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T173000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250104T064758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T032746Z UID:10001150-1738427400-1738431000@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Easy! Watercolor - for Adults DESCRIPTION: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. \nWatercolor painting can help you relax and reset your mind\, or serve as a visual journal for expressing feelings that words may not fully convey. The facilitator will share her insights and ideas for activities you can do at home. \nWe offer two workshops: a family session from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. and an adult-only session from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. \nThe workshop will be held at Children’s Art Carnival at 62 Hamilton Place\, New York\, NY 10031 \n\n\n\n\nThe 2nd Saturday of every month  \nFebruary 1 – Using Stencils (due to schedule conflict\, it will be the first Saturday just for February)\nMarch 8 – Blending Colors on Paper\nApril 11 – Transparent Layers\nMay 10 – Portrait Hack\nJune 14 – Painting circles with bottles and cups \nAdults only: 4:30pm to 5:30pm \nOnline registration is required to participate: Register Now \nFree\, or pay what-you-can donation \n \nEasy! Watercolor Workshop and all programs at The Children’s Art Carnival are made possible with funding from West Harlem Development Corporation\, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council\, the Ruth Foundation for The Arts and donations from New York Film Academy and Hamilton Heights community and beyond. \n  \n\n\n\n\n \nAbout the facilitator: \nTomo Mori is a native of Japan and a West Harlem-based artist who focuses on fiber art installation and collage. \nTomo learned watercolor rigorously under a master watercolorist from age 14 to 15 to enroll herself at Tokyo Metropolitan High School for Music and Fine Art\, and she was accepted to the school with a perfect score. \nWatercolor is not central to her current art practice; however\, she uses the skill to sketch her ideas or keep a visual journal. When she paints watercolor\, she finds freedom\, lighting her spirit. Perhaps because they are just sketches\, or the medium is easy to manage. Through these workshops she wants to share the joy and therapeutic nature of watercolor painting. \nTomo’s work has been exhibited in various venues like Columbia University\, Scope Miami\, Laundromat Project\, Rush Arts Galleries\, Governors Island\, Newark Museum\, Christie’s and Swann Auction Galleries. She received a commission from MTA and completed a laminated glass and metal installation in 2018. She participated in the Winter Workspace Residency at Wave Hill in early 2023. She is currently working as a studio artist at the Children’s Art Carnival. \n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/easy-watercolor-for-adults/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/fi_watercolor_TomoMori.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250128T044338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T044836Z UID:10001160-1738780200-1738787400@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project - Papier Mache Doll Making (continued) DESCRIPTION:  \nArt making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\, SISTAAH STUDIO: \nProject: Papier Mache Doll Making (continued) \nFor: Adult cancer survivors\, friends and family.\nCost: Free\nRegistration is required to participate: RSVP\n \nWednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. \n \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\n \nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught\, Harlem-based visual artist\, arts instructor\, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which she repurposes into visual art. Her artistic undertakings included assignments as artist-in-residence at The Ralph Lauren Cancer Center and as a Creative Center at University Settlement artist-in-residence wherein she used the arts to nurture the creativity of cancer patients\, their families\, and staff in a healthcare setting. She also guides elder participants through arts activities at senior centers in Washington Heights\, Upper East Side and Brooklyn. \nIn 2010 Wilhelmina was honored with three prestigious awards for art: The Black Art Makers Award of National Conference of Artists\, The Women’s History Month Creative Power of Women Award presented by New York State Senator Bill Perkins\, and The Alain Locke Art Action Award presented by The Harlem Arts Alliance. She was also a NoMAA (Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance) 2016 Uptown Arts Stroll Honoree. Wilhelmina is the founder of SISTAAH\, Inc. (Survivors Inspiring Sisters Through Art and Advocacy for Health)\, an arts-based non-profit organization which seeks to inform\, encourage and facilitate access to early detection of breast cancer by connecting the medically underserved to free screening services. Using SISTAAH\, Inc. as a platform\, Wilhelmina has launched numerous successful grant-funded community art projects: Saving Our Sisters in the African American Community\, the Harlem Hand Fan Initiative\, and O.Y.E. Open Your Eyes Community Art/Health Awareness Project. \nShe self-published her first book\, A Feeling of Fullness: Insights of a Divinely Guided Journey Beyond Breast Cancer (2016\, Xlibris Publishing Company) which chronicles the journey from the nearly-missed breast cancer diagnosis at age 37 through her present-day life as an artist/author/health awareness advocate. Her second book entitled Uplifting Cancer Survivors in the COVID Era: Expressions of Kindness and Inspiration Between Aunties and Nieces was released in October 2022. \nSome collectors of her artwork include: Alice Walker\, Bill Clinton\, The Heath Gallery\, and Hamilton Landmark Galleries. Eleven of her assemblages appear as set dressing in Seasons 1 and 2 of the Prime Video Series HARLEM. \nWilhelmina is an avid gardener and lives with her husband in Harlem. Her website is:\nhttps://sistaah.org \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nOpen Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project is supported by\n\nTo help New Yorkers—especially those in low-income areas—come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/open-your-eyes-o-y-e-community-arts-project-papier-mache-doll-making-extenbded/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/fi_doll.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="http%3A//www.AleathiasArt.us":MAILTO:sistaahstudio@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250129T173822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T173822Z UID:10001163-1739019600-1739026800@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Cyanotype Workshop - Press and Pull\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:  \nCYANOTYPE WORKSHOP is a part of Press and Pull\, Spring 2025\npartnership with EFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop \nDate: Saturday\, February 8th \nTime: 1:00 – 3:00pm \nVenue: The Children’s Art Carnival \nFor Ages: 12 and Up \nCyanotype printing is a 150-year-old photographic process that produces Prussian blue prints of photographs or art. Artists of all levels are welcome to join. This class is taught by MultiMedia Artist and Harlem native\, Dionis Ortiz. This workshop is a hands-on guided approach to cyanotype printing on paper. \nYou will leave with a set of prints on paper created out of your own photos or art. \nIf you want to learn a new hobby\, join this unique art workshop and try something new. You’ll leave with new skills and your own artwork to display. This class also makes for great date night ideas and fun things to do in NYC. \n\nRegistration is required to participate: Reserve your spot now! \n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDionis Ortiz\nAbout the facilitator: Dionis Ortiz\n\nDionis Ortiz is a multimedia artist\, community art producer\, and educator who works in printmaking\, collage\, and sculpture. Drawing from his experiences as a child born and raised in Harlem of Dominican descent\, he creates geometric\, process-based works from ill-regarded and found materials to celebrate the people of the African diaspora. \nHe was a participant in the Artist in the Marketplace (AIM) Program at The Bronx Museum of the Arts\, received a Rema Hort Mann Artist Community Engagement Grant\, and has been an Artist in Residence at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan. He has produced several solo exhibitions in New York and his work was recently included in Estamos bien: La Trienal 20/21 at El Museo Del Barrio (New York). \nCommunity engagement is central to his practice and he has produced projects for Harlem River Park Fund\, Museum of Art and Design\, and ImageNation. \nIn 2021 he was Artist in Residence at Sugar Hill Children’s Museum of Art and Storytelling and his mural design was selected by PubliColor for an elementary school in East Harlem. His work has been featured in The New York Times several times and is included in Latinx Art: Artists\, Market\, and Politics by Arlene Dávila. \nThis community work extends to teaching and Ortiz teaches all ages from pre-K to teenagers and undergraduates at Hunter College and Cornell University. \nHe received his B.F.A from SUNY Purchase College and his M.F.A from CUNY Hunter College. URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/cyanotype-workshop-press-and-pull-spring-2025/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/fi_Cyanotype.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250121T151843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T151843Z UID:10001155-1739109600-1739115000@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, Sunday\, February 9\, 2 to 3:30 pm \nFor: Teens and Adults. Children are welcomed with an accompanying adult. \nThink 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 expand your awareness of what elements combine to make a “good drawing\,” and have fun discovering your unique style of artistic expression. Don’t miss this empowering class—come cultivate your creativity. Yes\, you CAN draw! You got this! \nThe class is ongoing and the teacher works with students individually\, offering new subjects and techniques each week. \nThe registration is required to participate: Register Now. \n\n\n\n\n\nLaura King\, Artist\, Art\nAbout the facilitator: Laura King\n\nLaura King\, artist and resident of West Harlem\, is passionate about expressing city life by drawing. Her graphite works range from precise anatomical storytelling and portraiture to quick captures of the streets that vibrate with energy and motion. In 2024\, her drawings have been shown in NYC exhibitions at The Factory\, Culture Lab LIC\, Diego Salazar\, The Atlantic\, and soon (Oct-Nov) Art on the Avenue. She was also an invited panelist during LICA’s Drawing Beyond the Surface exhibition May 2024\, Seeing and Feeling: A Conversation about the Medium of Drawing. @diditellyouidraw\n \n\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\nThe registration is required to participate: Registration link coming soon\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/drawing-for-people-who-think-they-cant-draw-8/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/fi_drawing2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250128T044509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T174106Z UID:10001161-1739385000-1739392200@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project - Papier Mache Doll Making (completion) DESCRIPTION:  \nArt making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\, SISTAAH STUDIO: \nProject: Papier Mache Doll Making (completion) \nFor: Adult cancer survivors\, friends and family.\nCost: Free\nRegistration is required to participate: RSVP\n \nWednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. \n \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\n \nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught\, Harlem-based visual artist\, arts instructor\, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which she repurposes into visual art. Her artistic undertakings included assignments as artist-in-residence at The Ralph Lauren Cancer Center and as a Creative Center at University Settlement artist-in-residence wherein she used the arts to nurture the creativity of cancer patients\, their families\, and staff in a healthcare setting. She also guides elder participants through arts activities at senior centers in Washington Heights\, Upper East Side and Brooklyn. \nIn 2010 Wilhelmina was honored with three prestigious awards for art: The Black Art Makers Award of National Conference of Artists\, The Women’s History Month Creative Power of Women Award presented by New York State Senator Bill Perkins\, and The Alain Locke Art Action Award presented by The Harlem Arts Alliance. She was also a NoMAA (Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance) 2016 Uptown Arts Stroll Honoree. Wilhelmina is the founder of SISTAAH\, Inc. (Survivors Inspiring Sisters Through Art and Advocacy for Health)\, an arts-based non-profit organization which seeks to inform\, encourage and facilitate access to early detection of breast cancer by connecting the medically underserved to free screening services. Using SISTAAH\, Inc. as a platform\, Wilhelmina has launched numerous successful grant-funded community art projects: Saving Our Sisters in the African American Community\, the Harlem Hand Fan Initiative\, and O.Y.E. Open Your Eyes Community Art/Health Awareness Project. \nShe self-published her first book\, A Feeling of Fullness: Insights of a Divinely Guided Journey Beyond Breast Cancer (2016\, Xlibris Publishing Company) which chronicles the journey from the nearly-missed breast cancer diagnosis at age 37 through her present-day life as an artist/author/health awareness advocate. Her second book entitled Uplifting Cancer Survivors in the COVID Era: Expressions of Kindness and Inspiration Between Aunties and Nieces was released in October 2022. \nSome collectors of her artwork include: Alice Walker\, Bill Clinton\, The Heath Gallery\, and Hamilton Landmark Galleries. Eleven of her assemblages appear as set dressing in Seasons 1 and 2 of the Prime Video Series HARLEM. \nWilhelmina is an avid gardener and lives with her husband in Harlem. Her website is:\nhttps://sistaah.org \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nOpen Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project is supported by\n\nTo help New Yorkers—especially those in low-income areas—come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/open-your-eyes-o-y-e-community-arts-project-papier-mache-doll-making-extenbded-2/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/fi_doll.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="http%3A//www.AleathiasArt.us":MAILTO:sistaahstudio@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250126T060616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T060854Z UID:10001159-1739620800-1739628000@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Family Photos by Hamilton Heights Darkroom DESCRIPTION:Hamilton Heights Darkroom Workshops \nHamilton Heights Darkroom (HHD) is dedicated to preserving the timeless craft of traditional darkroom printing and film photography. Through hands-on experiences\, students will learn the fundamentals of photography by shooting with film cameras and printing from negatives in the darkroom. \nWe offer workshops tailored to youth\, teens\, and adult printers of all skill levels\, from beginners to advanced practitioners. \nAll classes limited to 5 students. \nSpring 2025 Dates: \n\nJanuary 18 – Photograms for Parent & Child – Ended\nFebruary 15 – Family Photos – Full\nMarch 15 – Darkroom Open Printing – Full\nApril 19 – Matting Workshop\nMay 17 – Darkroom Open Printing\n\nTime: 12:00am – 2:00pm \nAge Group: Adults 18+ (1/18 Aged 6+ with parent) \nWorkshops will be held at Children’s Art Carnival at 62 Hamilton Place\, New York\, NY 10031 \nMask Requirement: All students must wear a quality mask (KN95 or N95) \nFree\, or pay what-you-can donation \n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Descriptions: \nJanuary 18 – Photograms: This is a fun introduction to the darkroom class. Students place objects on photographic paper and expose them to light\, then develop the paper in our darkroom. The unusual combinations are personal expressions that utilize the student’s intuition. \nFebruary 15 – Family Photo: Everybody has an old box of photos or negatives of their family members.  Students bring in negatives of past and current family and make enlarged copies. Multiple copies can be gifted to others. \nMarch 15 – Darkroom Open Printing: Students can print what they like. They can print photograms again or combine enlarged negatives with objects for unique photographs.  Students who attend two or more of these workshops begin to see the potential of creating art in a traditional darkroom. \nApril 19 – Matting Workshop: Students provide their own work to be matted in preparation for framing and display. This class is suitable for attendance by students from multiple disciplines. A bevel edged window mat (supplied) is cut for each piece and students attach their work. Photos\, drawings\, collage and old newspapers articles can be matted. Students leave with pieces mounted and ready to frame. \n\n\n\n\nAbout: Located in the historic Hamilton Heights neighborhood within Harlem\, Hamilton Heights Darkroom (HHD) is dedicated to the preservation of traditional darkroom printing and film photography. Students use film cameras\, and print from negatives in the darkroom as a basis to learn photography. HHD offers photography basics and darkroom printing for youth\, teens and adult printers\, from beginner level to advanced. \nAs darkrooms\, photography and public school arts programs disappear\, HHD strives to preserve both culture and photography in the Harlem community. HHD offers group printing classes\, photography classes (film and digital) and discussion about current photography issues in a collegial setting. HHD collaborates with local community arts and culture organizations seeking youth and adults interested in photography. \nHamilton Heights Darkroom Workshops and all programs at The Children’s Art Carnival are made possible with funding from West Harlem Development Corporation\, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council\, the Ruth Foundation for The Arts and donations from New York Film Academy and Hamilton Heights community and beyond. URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/family-photos-by-hamilton-heights-darkroom/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/hs_family_photos2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250121T152701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T153103Z UID:10001157-1739622600-1739626200@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Crochet Workshop - Teens and Adults DESCRIPTION:Crochet Workshop by Milagros Batista\n\nJoin fashion designer and craftswoman Milagros Batista in a delightful crochet workshop suitable for all ages and skill levels. For beginners looking to grasp the fundamentals\, Milagros will guide students through a hands-on experience\, offering insights into both simple basics and more challenging stitches. \nThe workshop will be held at Children’s Art Carnival at 62 Hamilton Place\, New York\, NY 10031 \nThe 3rd Saturday of every month\nJanuary 18\,  2025\nFebruary 15\, 2025\nMarch 15\, 2025\nApril 19\, 2025 \nFree\, or pay what-you-can donation \nTeens and Adults: \n12:30 to 1:30pm\nOnline registration is required to participate: Register for Teens and Adults Workshop \n  \nFamilies with children:\n11am to 12 noon\nChildren must be accompanied with an adult\, no drop-off\nRegister for Families with Children Workshop \n  \n \nMilagros Batista: Creator of Wearable Art! \nFiber Artist | Master Knitter/Crocheter | Fashion Designer | Social Activist \nPersonal and Artistic Journey \nMilagros Batista is more than a designer; she’s a storyteller weaving tales of resilience\, cultural vibrancy\, and individuality through her wearable art. Born in Puerto Plata\, Dominican Republic\, Milagros draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of her childhood—ocean waves\, bustling markets\, and the aroma of coffee and sugarcane. Growing up during a challenging political era\, Milagros found strength in her family and guidance in the form of Doña Maria Luisa\, a Freedom Fighter and Master Knitter. This mentorship became the foundation of her journey into the world of fiber arts\, knitting\, crochet\, and social justice. \nEarly Influence and Mentorship \nAt seven\, Milagros’ meeting with Doña Maria Luisa marked the beginning of a transformative journey. Hindered by financial constraints\, Milagros proposed a unique arrangement—she’d work for knitting lessons. Doña Maria Luisa\, a fearless advocate against dictatorship\, not only agreed but ignited in Milagros a passion for social change. Doña Maria Luisa’s passing didn’t halt Milagros’ growth; instead\, she became part of a collective of women mentors\, guiding her until her family moved to New York. The vibrant culture of NYC\, coupled with the influence of the “Black is Beautiful” movement\, shaped Milagros’ perspective\, fueling her commitment to equity\, sustainability\, and gender neutrality. \nThe Batista Collections: Brand Bio \nMilagros Batista – Designing for Equity\, Sustainability\, and Gender Neutrality \nA decade ago\, Milagros transitioned careers to dedicate herself entirely to knitting and crochet. In 2016\, she birthed Batista Collections\, challenging preconceptions in high fashion. The resurgence of these crafts during the pandemic amplified her mission\, solidifying their presence in the industry. Milagros’ designs stand out\, incorporating intricate cables reminiscent of braided hair. Pieces like the “Free Spirited” shawl/jacket symbolize freedom and self-expression. As Batista Collections moves forward\, it envisions pushing creative boundaries\, defining a path where fashion meets individuality. \nMission Statement \nAt Batista Collections\, we’re crafting a fashion revolution beyond gender norms. Fashion should liberate\, allowing limitless self-expression. Rooted in inclusivity and authenticity\, our gender-neutral garments empower individuals to embrace their unique identities without fear or limitation. Meticulously crafted\, our designs blur gender lines\, allowing wearers to explore personal style with confidence. We celebrate the beauty of diversity\, honoring the rich tapestry of global identities. Committed to sustainability\, we prioritize ethical practices and mindful production. Join us in this transformative journey where fashion becomes a tool for self-expression and empowerment. URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/crochet-workshop-teens-and-adults-2/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/crochet_flower.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250210T002728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T002728Z UID:10001165-1739989800-1739997000@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project - Jewerly Making Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\, SISTAAH STUDIO: \nProject: Jewerly Making Part 1 \nFor: Adult cancer survivors\, friends and family.\nCost: Free\nRegistration is required to participate: RSVP\n \nWednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. \n \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\n \nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught\, Harlem-based visual artist\, arts instructor\, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which she repurposes into visual art. Her artistic undertakings included assignments as artist-in-residence at The Ralph Lauren Cancer Center and as a Creative Center at University Settlement artist-in-residence wherein she used the arts to nurture the creativity of cancer patients\, their families\, and staff in a healthcare setting. She also guides elder participants through arts activities at senior centers in Washington Heights\, Upper East Side and Brooklyn. \nIn 2010 Wilhelmina was honored with three prestigious awards for art: The Black Art Makers Award of National Conference of Artists\, The Women’s History Month Creative Power of Women Award presented by New York State Senator Bill Perkins\, and The Alain Locke Art Action Award presented by The Harlem Arts Alliance. She was also a NoMAA (Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance) 2016 Uptown Arts Stroll Honoree. Wilhelmina is the founder of SISTAAH\, Inc. (Survivors Inspiring Sisters Through Art and Advocacy for Health)\, an arts-based non-profit organization which seeks to inform\, encourage and facilitate access to early detection of breast cancer by connecting the medically underserved to free screening services. Using SISTAAH\, Inc. as a platform\, Wilhelmina has launched numerous successful grant-funded community art projects: Saving Our Sisters in the African American Community\, the Harlem Hand Fan Initiative\, and O.Y.E. Open Your Eyes Community Art/Health Awareness Project. \nShe self-published her first book\, A Feeling of Fullness: Insights of a Divinely Guided Journey Beyond Breast Cancer (2016\, Xlibris Publishing Company) which chronicles the journey from the nearly-missed breast cancer diagnosis at age 37 through her present-day life as an artist/author/health awareness advocate. Her second book entitled Uplifting Cancer Survivors in the COVID Era: Expressions of Kindness and Inspiration Between Aunties and Nieces was released in October 2022. \nSome collectors of her artwork include: Alice Walker\, Bill Clinton\, The Heath Gallery\, and Hamilton Landmark Galleries. Eleven of her assemblages appear as set dressing in Seasons 1 and 2 of the Prime Video Series HARLEM. \nWilhelmina is an avid gardener and lives with her husband in Harlem. Her website is:\nhttps://sistaah.org \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nOpen Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project is supported by\n\nTo help New Yorkers—especially those in low-income areas—come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/open-your-eyes-o-y-e-community-arts-project-jewerly-making-part-1/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/fi_OYE_jewerly.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="http%3A//www.AleathiasArt.us":MAILTO:sistaahstudio@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250121T151941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T151941Z UID:10001156-1740319200-1740324600@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, Sunday\, February 23\, 2 to 3:30 pm \nFor: Teens and Adults. Children are welcomed with an accompanying adult. \nThink 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 expand your awareness of what elements combine to make a “good drawing\,” and have fun discovering your unique style of artistic expression. Don’t miss this empowering class—come cultivate your creativity. Yes\, you CAN draw! You got this! \nThe class is ongoing and the teacher works with students individually\, offering new subjects and techniques each week. \nThe registration is required to participate: Register Now. \n\n\n\n\n\nLaura King\, Artist\, Art\nAbout the facilitator: Laura King\n\nLaura King\, artist and resident of West Harlem\, is passionate about expressing city life by drawing. Her graphite works range from precise anatomical storytelling and portraiture to quick captures of the streets that vibrate with energy and motion. In 2024\, her drawings have been shown in NYC exhibitions at The Factory\, Culture Lab LIC\, Diego Salazar\, The Atlantic\, and soon (Oct-Nov) Art on the Avenue. She was also an invited panelist during LICA’s Drawing Beyond the Surface exhibition May 2024\, Seeing and Feeling: A Conversation about the Medium of Drawing. @diditellyouidraw\n \n\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\nThe registration is required to participate: Registration link coming soon\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/drawing-for-people-who-think-they-cant-draw-9/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/fi_drawing2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250210T002844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T002844Z UID:10001166-1740594600-1740601800@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project - Jewerly Making Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\, SISTAAH STUDIO: \nProject: Jewerly Making Part 1 \nFor: Adult cancer survivors\, friends and family.\nCost: Free\nRegistration is required to participate: RSVP\n \nWednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. \n \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\n \nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught\, Harlem-based visual artist\, arts instructor\, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which she repurposes into visual art. Her artistic undertakings included assignments as artist-in-residence at The Ralph Lauren Cancer Center and as a Creative Center at University Settlement artist-in-residence wherein she used the arts to nurture the creativity of cancer patients\, their families\, and staff in a healthcare setting. She also guides elder participants through arts activities at senior centers in Washington Heights\, Upper East Side and Brooklyn. \nIn 2010 Wilhelmina was honored with three prestigious awards for art: The Black Art Makers Award of National Conference of Artists\, The Women’s History Month Creative Power of Women Award presented by New York State Senator Bill Perkins\, and The Alain Locke Art Action Award presented by The Harlem Arts Alliance. She was also a NoMAA (Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance) 2016 Uptown Arts Stroll Honoree. Wilhelmina is the founder of SISTAAH\, Inc. (Survivors Inspiring Sisters Through Art and Advocacy for Health)\, an arts-based non-profit organization which seeks to inform\, encourage and facilitate access to early detection of breast cancer by connecting the medically underserved to free screening services. Using SISTAAH\, Inc. as a platform\, Wilhelmina has launched numerous successful grant-funded community art projects: Saving Our Sisters in the African American Community\, the Harlem Hand Fan Initiative\, and O.Y.E. Open Your Eyes Community Art/Health Awareness Project. \nShe self-published her first book\, A Feeling of Fullness: Insights of a Divinely Guided Journey Beyond Breast Cancer (2016\, Xlibris Publishing Company) which chronicles the journey from the nearly-missed breast cancer diagnosis at age 37 through her present-day life as an artist/author/health awareness advocate. Her second book entitled Uplifting Cancer Survivors in the COVID Era: Expressions of Kindness and Inspiration Between Aunties and Nieces was released in October 2022. \nSome collectors of her artwork include: Alice Walker\, Bill Clinton\, The Heath Gallery\, and Hamilton Landmark Galleries. Eleven of her assemblages appear as set dressing in Seasons 1 and 2 of the Prime Video Series HARLEM. \nWilhelmina is an avid gardener and lives with her husband in Harlem. Her website is:\nhttps://sistaah.org \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nOpen Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project is supported by\n\nTo help New Yorkers—especially those in low-income areas—come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/open-your-eyes-o-y-e-community-arts-project-jewerly-making-part-2/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/fi_OYE_jewerly.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="http%3A//www.AleathiasArt.us":MAILTO:sistaahstudio@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250209T225630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T173616Z UID:10001164-1740765600-1740772800@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Exhibition Opening: Making Thoughts Become - A Love Letter to Betty DESCRIPTION:Making Thoughts Become\nA Love Letter to Betty\nExhibition Dates February 28 – March 30th  \nOpening Reception on Friday\, February 28\, 6-8pm (RSVP) \nIn 1978\, Betty Blayton Taylor\, the founder of the Children’s Art Carnival\, self-published Making Thoughts Become\, a handbook for teachers and adults dedicated to “all the children who have or will attend the Children’s Art Carnival – with the hope that they will all become creative\, productive and balanced adults.”  In remembrance and tribute\, we honor the legacy of Betty Blayton Taylor with a ‘love letter’ exhibition comprising work created by students in the early years of the forty-year plus history of the Carnival\, activated by quotes of Betty’s own words\, which are presented in the exhibition as artwork itself. This heartfelt exhibition not only showcases the talents of young artists but also serves as a testament to the enduring impact of Betty Blayton Taylor’s vision and dedication. Through her unwavering commitment to nurturing creativity in children\, she has left an indelible mark on countless lives\, inspiring generations to explore and express their artistic potential. \n  \n \n\n\nAbout Betty Blayton-Taylor\n\n\n\n\nAs an artist\, Betty Blayton-Taylor was an illustrator\, painter\, printmaker\, and sculptor. She is best known for her works\, often described as ‘spiritual abstractions.’ Betty Blayton-Taylor was a co-founder and Board Secretary of the Studio Museum in Harlem\, co-founder and Executive Director of Harlem Children’s Art Carnival (CAC)\, and co-founder of Harlem Textile Works. She served as an advisor\, consultant\, and board member to various arts and community-based service organizations and programs. Her artworks are widely exhibited in and collected by various private art collections\, galleries\, and museums. \n\n\n\nStudent’s work taught by Donavan Nelson\, former CAC instructor \n  \nMaking Thoughts Become A Love To Betty s made possible with funding from West Harlem Development Corporation\, New York Council on the Arts\, Harlem Development Corporation\, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council\, the Ruth Foundation for The Arts and donations from New York Film Academy and Hamilton Heights community and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/exhibition-opening-making-thoughts-become-a-love-letter-to-betty/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/fi_loveletter.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250219T132727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T132727Z UID:10001175-1740834000-1740841200@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Silkscreen Monoprint Workshop DESCRIPTION:SILKSCREEN MONOPRINTS WORKSHOP \nClass Date: Saturday\, March 1st \nTime: 1:00 – 3:00pm \nVenue: The Children’s Art Carnival \nSilkscreen monoprints are a versatile type of printing ideal for artists of all levels\, typically painterly in effect and made by applying ink\, crayon\, colored pencil\, and/or paint to a flat surface (in this case a silkscreen) and then printing them onto paper. This class will explore silkscreen set-ups\, building layers of transparent and opaque colors to create unique designs\, and printing procedures to produce one-of-a-kind prints that participants can take home! \nMax. Participants: 15 \nCost: $10 \nRegistration: Save your spot\n(Registration is required to participate) \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nDelaney Accomando is a printmaker\, painter\, and environmental activist based in Queens\, New York. Delaney’s passion is for art that represents the way that natural systems and man-made systems are inherentlylinked\, and even mirror each other’s designs and functions. In her climate activism\, she has worked at NYC-based nonprofits\, focusing on the health and wellbeing of the city through community-based leadership\, public policy\, and creativity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/silkscreen-monoprint-workshop/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_960200573_469574110587_1_original.avif ORGANIZER;CN="The Children's Art Carnival":MAILTO:info@childrensartcarnival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T172757 CREATED:20250305T011751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T012511Z UID:10001179-1741199400-1741206600@childrensartcarnival.org SUMMARY:Open Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project - Let's Make Earrings DESCRIPTION:Art making workshop by Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\, SISTAAH STUDIO: \nProject: Let’s Make Earrings \nFor: Adult cancer survivors\, friends and family.\nCost: Free\nRegistration is required to participate: RSVP\n \nWednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. \n \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper\n \nWilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a self-taught\, Harlem-based visual artist\, arts instructor\, and author. Wilhelmina creates assemblages using mixed-media and found objects which she repurposes into visual art. Her artistic undertakings included assignments as artist-in-residence at The Ralph Lauren Cancer Center and as a Creative Center at University Settlement artist-in-residence wherein she used the arts to nurture the creativity of cancer patients\, their families\, and staff in a healthcare setting. She also guides elder participants through arts activities at senior centers in Washington Heights\, Upper East Side and Brooklyn. \nIn 2010 Wilhelmina was honored with three prestigious awards for art: The Black Art Makers Award of National Conference of Artists\, The Women’s History Month Creative Power of Women Award presented by New York State Senator Bill Perkins\, and The Alain Locke Art Action Award presented by The Harlem Arts Alliance. She was also a NoMAA (Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance) 2016 Uptown Arts Stroll Honoree. Wilhelmina is the founder of SISTAAH\, Inc. (Survivors Inspiring Sisters Through Art and Advocacy for Health)\, an arts-based non-profit organization which seeks to inform\, encourage and facilitate access to early detection of breast cancer by connecting the medically underserved to free screening services. Using SISTAAH\, Inc. as a platform\, Wilhelmina has launched numerous successful grant-funded community art projects: Saving Our Sisters in the African American Community\, the Harlem Hand Fan Initiative\, and O.Y.E. Open Your Eyes Community Art/Health Awareness Project. \nShe self-published her first book\, A Feeling of Fullness: Insights of a Divinely Guided Journey Beyond Breast Cancer (2016\, Xlibris Publishing Company) which chronicles the journey from the nearly-missed breast cancer diagnosis at age 37 through her present-day life as an artist/author/health awareness advocate. Her second book entitled Uplifting Cancer Survivors in the COVID Era: Expressions of Kindness and Inspiration Between Aunties and Nieces was released in October 2022. \nSome collectors of her artwork include: Alice Walker\, Bill Clinton\, The Heath Gallery\, and Hamilton Landmark Galleries. Eleven of her assemblages appear as set dressing in Seasons 1 and 2 of the Prime Video Series HARLEM. \nWilhelmina is an avid gardener and lives with her husband in Harlem. Her website is:\nhttps://sistaah.org \n \nOpen Your Eyes (O.Y.E.) Community Arts Project is supported by\n\nTo help New Yorkers—especially those in low-income areas—come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods URL:https://childrensartcarnival.org/event/open-your-eyes-o-y-e-community-arts-project-lets-make-earrings/ LOCATION:The Children’s Art Carnival\, 62 Hamilton Terrace\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://childrensartcarnival.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/fi_OYE_jewerly.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="http%3A//www.AleathiasArt.us":MAILTO:sistaahstudio@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR