Lunar New Year Pop-Up Red Envelope Workshop with Artist Star Shen

This event is currently at capacity. Thank you for your interest! Please consider joining our "MOCACREATE: Dream Big! Vision Boards with Teaching Artist Yu Rong" event on that day instead.

Chinatown BID invites you to an inspiring afternoon of culture, creativity, and hands-on fun at MOCA, with the Meggendorfer Prize-nominated paper engineer Star Shen!

This interactive event includes:

1. A Journey through Pop-Up Book History

Dive into the fascinating evolution of pop-up books as Star Shen introduces their origins, techniques, and impact on modern storytelling.

2. Exclusive Insight into Manhattan’s Chinatown Pop-Up Book

Get a sneak peek into Shen’s latest creation: the world’s first pop-up book celebrating the rich culture and landmarks of Manhattan’s Chinatown. Discover the inspiration and intricate craftsmanship behind this one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

3. DIY Pop-Up Red Envelope Workshop

Learn to craft your own pop-up red envelopes under Shen’s expert guidance. Celebrate Lunar New Year traditions by creating personalized designs to share blessings and good fortune with loved ones.

Celebrate the spirit of the season with FREE beautifully crafted gifts, connect with the vibrant culture of Chinatown, and take home new skills to inspire your creativity.

All ages welcome; great for families with kids ages 6 and up.

Event currently at capacity. Thanks for your interest!

About the Artist:

Star Shen is a New York-based freelance illustrator and Meggendorfer Prize-nominated paper engineer, specializing in visual design and paper engineering for pop-up books, greeting cards, editorial projects, and commercial advertisements.

About the Book:

“New Year On Paper: Unfolding Chinatown NYC” is the world’s first pop-up book about Chinatown NYC, celebrating the vibrant traditions of the Lunar New Year. Through intricate paper engineering and vivid illustrations, the book brings the bustling streets, iconic landmarks, and festive scenes of Chinatown to life, offering readers an immersive cultural experience. Each page unfolds a 3D world where architecture, celebrations, and the spirit of the community leap off the pages, transporting people into the heart of Chinatown. This book is not only a work of art but also a powerful medium to showcase Chinatown’s charm and foster cultural connection. We hope this book inspires people around the world to appreciate Chinatown and breathe new vitality into its cultural and economic future.

Host or Publisher Museum of Chinese in America