Join Giant Robot Biennale 5 exhibition artist, Sean Chao, as he guides you through making a small “plant buddy” out of clay, reflecting on his own miniature sculpture practice.
Born in Taipei and based in Los Angeles, Chao is known for his detailed miniature sculptures of polymer clay, bass wood, balsa wood, paper, and wire.
Join Giant Robot Biennale 5 exhibition artist, Yoskay Yamamoto, as he guides you through the process of designing and decorating your own recycled wood creations.
Born and raised in Toba, Japan, Yoskay Yamamoto moved to the United States at the age of fifteen. A self-trained illustrator, Yamamoto blends pop iconic characters from his new Western home with traditional and mythical Japanese elements and balances his Asian heritage with urban pop art.
Join the artists of Giant Robot and JANM for an art market at the Museum! Playing on the idea of the konbini or Japanese convenience store, which stocks everything from snacks to household supplies, this Art Konbini will feature art prints, zines, pins, and more!
FEATURED ARTISTS: Natalie Andrewson, Sean Chao, Luke Chueh, Lucas Pincer Flynn, Jenn Lima, Cassia Lupo, Erick Martinez, Paperobott, Sakai Harts and Crafts, Kelly Yamagishi, and more.
As the leading institution in the United States that collects and preserves the history and culture of Japanese immigrants and Japanese Americans, the Japanese American National Museum is delighted to share the diverse artistic talent from our collection.
Kyushu Sangyo University
Fukuoka, Japan
Monday–Friday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Closed on Saturday and Sunday
Web: kyusan-u.ac.jp
As the leading institution in the United States that collects and preserves the history and culture of Japanese immigrants and Japanese Americans, the Japanese American National Museum is delighted to share the diverse artistic talent from our collection.
Join us to honor Dr. Takashi Hoshizaki, a Heart Mountain resister and a board member of the Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation (HMWF). As a US citizen, he was incarcerated without due process, turned eighteen while behind barbed wire, and resisted the draft stating, “I will fight if you restore my rights.” Convicted of draft resistance in 1944, he spent two years in federal prison and was pardoned by President Truman on December 24, 1947. Now ninety-nine, Hoshizaki is one of the few surviving resisters from America’s concentration camps during World War II.
Join Carrie Lau of OBJECT-MATTER and learn how to craft a clay object for home decor. As Carrie gained experience and developed her skills, she was intrigued by the artistic possibilities of clay objects including wall art, sculptures, and playful objects. This exploration allowed her to push boundaries with clay, challenging traditional conventions and developing her own unique style.
Editor Mae Ngai will be in conversation with contributor and filmmaker Renée Tajima-Peña about Corky Lee’s Asian America, a new book that presents an iconic photographer’s work and a sweeping, rich visual account of the Asian American Pacific Islander social justice movement.
Bring a friend or two to this greeting card workshop! Draw and color alongside Kristina Yu of Cheery Human Studios as she walks through her artistic process and teaches participants how to make a card to keep or gift to a friend. Participants will receive a greeting card coloring sheet and coloring materials. They are also welcome to bring their favorite art supplies (colored pencils, crayons, markers, etc) to this fun workshop.
Learn and enjoy all the creativity that indigo and shibori have to offer! Taught by Glennis Dolce, this workshop will explore a variety of traditional Japanese fabric dyeing techniques, including stitching, clamping, binding, pole wrapping, and yanagi (willow) shibori.
This workshop is limited to fifteen participants and is open to all levels of knowledge. All tools, supplies, and materials are included with payment.