Kizuna Art Salon 絆アートサロン

Instructor

Yoriko Gillard
(English/日本語)

Date & Time

2nd & 4th Saturday
Join anytime between 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

On break April 26

Fee & Registration

$5 drop-in. No registration required.
2F Tatami Room

We will focus on Sumi-e and Kiri-e for April 12, 2025.

Connect, create, and cultivate Kizuna

Our art salon offers a relaxing unique space to explore Japanese culture, meet new friends, and express yourself artistically. No experience is necessary; just bring your curiosity and join our welcoming community. Learn Japanese arts and crafts from the skilled hands of Yoriko Gillard, and rediscover your creativity while connecting with like-minded individuals.

What is 'Kizuna'?

Kizuna (絆) is a Japanese word with no true English equivalent. It refers to the reciprocal bonds and relationships that are formed between one another. We welcome you to learn and enjoy Japanese arts and crafts in an empathetic and respectful atmosphere. Newcomers are always welcome.

What will I make?

You will have the opportunity to learn a variety of Japanese arts and crafts. Requests are welcome too.

What to bring?

a) Bring your own your sewing kit to learn some Japanese sewing techniques.

b) Other craft supplies will be available if you are not interested in Tsukuroimono.

繕い物 (tsukuroi-mono) Mending
Mend, reform and give your old clothes a new life.

 

ちぎり絵 (chigiri-e) Paper Collage
Tear, glue, and create pictures as well as cultivate mindfulness.

墨絵 (sumi-e) Ink Painting
Capture the essence of your subject with simplicity using black ink and brushstrokes.

型染 (katazome) Stenciling
Get a taste of Japanese stenciling onto paper using pre-cut designs.

 

風呂敷 (furoshiki) Wrapping Cloth
Learn how to wrap objects and gifts artistically and to be gentle to the planet.

切り絵 (kiri-e) Paper Cutting
Fold, cut, and open up to be surprised by your creation.

 

About the Instructor

Kizuna instructor, Yoriko Gillard

Yoriko Gillard

BFA (Honors), MA, PhD (ABD)
Yoriko is a contemporary artist, arts-based researcher and Japanese language and culture facilitator and educator sharing her works in academic and local communities with people who care about humanity. Her desire to connect with people harmoniously led her to focus on the kizuna concept/relationship since the Great East Japan Earthquake (March 11, 2011).