Our heart lies inside teaching and our community. Perhaps this part of our humanity is the deepest grieving during this time. The laughter, the stories, the transformation inside of cultural revitalization is the root of who and what we do. We had big plans! like many of you did in March. And like many of you, we had to get even more creative, more adaptive, and more resilient. Thanks to a grant from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council we were able to teach an 8 week zoom beading and moccasin class. Co teachers Michelle Defoe and Sarah Agaton Howes gathered together with 20 makers in the making from across the nation. Challenging ourselves to teach what is a hands on...
As the Minnesota Historical Society Residency wraps up, Heart Berry artist Agaton Howes shared about this important project, their journey, and why cultural art matters.
Miigwech to KBJR News for interviewing Heart Berry Owner and Artist Agaton Howes about utilizing our cultural arts in isolation.
Click here to watch the interview:
https://kbjr6.com/2020/03/31/fond-du-lac-woman-teaches-community-her-skill-to-battle-isolation/
Boozhoo! In our series of Beadwork/Moccasin tip of the day, today's tip is about beading and bead pressure as we work. Check it out and follow our blog for more tips, products, and stories. Stay well!
