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MFTA Gallery: “Unraveling Threads” by Borinquen Gallo
"Extrapolating beauty in unexpected places is a way for me to feel at home, to feel safe as I nomadically inhabit and navigate different spaces and places,” shared MFTA Artist-in-Residence Borinquen Gallo about her creative practice. Born and raised in Italy, Gallo’s world perspective shifted dramatically when she moved to the Bronx at thirteen years… Read More »MFTA Gallery: “Unraveling Threads” by Borinquen Gallo
Paper Maker (Spring 2025)
In this studio art course, participants will experiment with numerous techniques found in cutting, folding, shaping and molding multiple weights and sizes of upcycled paper found in the MFTA warehouse.
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Beltane: Sketch Night (Summer Edition)
Beltane: Sketch Night (Summer Edition)
You know what they say, April showers bring May flowers, and that expression couldn't be any more true than at MFTA’s Sketch Night on Thursday, May 1, from 6:30 — 8:30pm! Titled “Beltane,” this iteration of our popular series honors the Gaelic May Day festival and marks the beginning of summer. Curated by Anthony Kieren… Read More »Beltane: Sketch Night (Summer Edition)
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Weaving Workshop with Elodie Blanchard
Weaving Workshop with Elodie Blanchard
Join fiber artist Elodie Blanchard on Thursday, May 15, from 6:30 — 8:30pm, for an evening workshop exploring weaving with upcycled textiles at the Materials for the Arts warehouse! Participants will learn applied techniques such as knotting, tying, and braiding to design and craft wall hangings or fiber art jewelry using materials sourced directly from… Read More »Weaving Workshop with Elodie Blanchard