*Free* Fiber Arts Shop Night
About this Event
July Fiber Arts Shop Night features a presentation by Kim Ducharme () and Porpla Kittisapkajon () -- "Exploring Fabricademy"
Fabricademy: An inside view Join us for an inside view of the Fabricademy program (fabricademy.org/program). Kim Ducharme and Porpla Kittisapkajon will share their learning experiences and journeys at the intersection of textiles, technology, and biology.
What: Fabricademy is an interdisciplinary program focused on sustainable innovation and new technology development applied to textile, fashion, wearables industries, and beyond. The program combines global expert-led online learning with hands-on making in local FabLabs and makerspaces. Fabricademy is under the umbrella of the Fab Foundation (fabfoundation.org) “Academany” program, which includes Fab Academy, Fabricademy, and the Fab Learning Academy, and originated out MIT's Center for Bits and Atoms.
Why: Fabricademy empowers innovators to create new career paths; promotes gender parity in the textile industry; develops alternatives to fast fashion's environmental and social impact; and broadens avenues for personal projects and self-expression.
Who: Global students, professionals, and lifelong learners from all backgrounds and disciplines who are seeking fresh perspectives or looking to expand the scope of their practice.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about sustainable innovation and new technology development applied to the textile, fashion, wearables industries, and beyond.
- Consider new career paths.
- Gain fresh perspectives and inspiration for expanding the scope of your practice.
Note: If you are potentially interested in enrolling in the Fabricademy program, which starts September 15, please reach out to Kim on Instagram @ducharme.kim
The fine print:
-Typically we have a visiting artist do a live demo on their craft, attendees get to learn something new, and everyone gets to leave with a sample of what they learned or created.
-Shop Night is always on the 3rd Wednesday of the month and the theme is always a little different! Theme is typically announced during the first week of the month, so check back often.
-No previous experience is required to attend or participate
-Materials will be provided
-Event is FREE and open to the public
-Visit our mini Fiber Arts Shop Website for more information and to subscribe for updates
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