Beading Workshop with Allison Mitten

Category: Studios & Workshops

Admission: CANCELLED

Learn essential beading techniques in this hands-on workshop led by artist instructor Allison Mitten. Participants will explore the fundamentals of beadwork and create a detailed pair of hand-beaded earrings inspired by a floral design. All materials are included, and the session provides a relaxed, creative environment suitable for both beginners and those with some experience. Enjoy building your skills and leaving with a finished wearable art piece!

Allison Ganę’di: yohs Mitten, Gayogoh:no, Wolf Clan from Six Nations. Allison is a mother, language learner, student, educator, and artist. She has been beading for many years, and has had many teachers, but she was first taught how to bead by her Auntie Sandra when she was 11 years old. She is continuously learning and trying new beading techniques to continue to enhance her own skills. Allison is working with urban Indigenous youth in Hamilton through the NYA:WEH Elementary Program. She has her Bachelor of Indigenous Adult Education from Brock University and is a life long learner of Cayuga and Mohawk Languages.

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