Mao Projects x Circle of Hope - My New Year Companion Cup Registration

My New Year Companion Cup is a two-part Lunar New Year–inspired ceramic workshop that invites participants to reflect on their New Year resolutions through conversation and hands-on making.

Rooted in Lunar New Year traditions, this workshop uses red-toned imagery and symbolism to explore themes of hope, renewal, and looking toward the future. Rather than focusing on productivity or self-improvement, the workshop creates space for reflection, emotional grounding, and shared presence.

Participants will paint and decorate their own ceramic cup, inspired by traditional porcelain motifs, translating personal intentions and reflections into a functional object that can be used in daily life after firing.

This workshop is part of Circle of Hope, an ongoing mental wellbeing series by Mao Projects x Diversecities, hosted by The New Gallery, supported by the Chinatown Activation Grant and the Calgary Foundation.

Note: This activity is co-facilitated by Mao Projects and Diversecities. Participant information, such as names and contact details, will be used by Mao Projects and Diversecities' Mental Well Being Program for the purposes of activity registration, contacting participants regarding session updates, activity coordination and administration.

Mao Projects and Diversecities are committed to protecting the confidentiality of your personal information and records. We will not release your personal information without your explicit consent. In keeping with Alberta privacy standards, Mao Projects and Diversecities follows recognized best practices for the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.

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Info: This session focuses on mental wellbeing through guided group discussion and reflection, offering a supportive and inclusive space to explore New Year intentions and transitions.

Info: Led by Mao and Chris, participants will paint and decorate their own ceramic cups using Lunar New Year–inspired red tones and imagery. No prior ceramic experience is required.

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