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SUMMARY:The Movement Playground with Cantilever Collective
DESCRIPTION:Step into the spontaneous spirit of The Movement Playground\, a dance workshop series from Cantilever Collective. Each session is improvised\, ephemeral\, and open to all—no dance experience required. With live-mixed soundscapes\, playful prompts\, and space to move freely\, these workshops invite you to explore connection\, curiosity\, and joy through your own body’s language. \nOne day’s “play” will never be the same as the next. Come as you are. Move how you feel. \nAn ADA-accessible entrance to the Wende Museum Community Center is available through the garden gate from the parking lot. It will open approximately 30 minutes before the program begins. \nRSVPs for this free program do not guarantee admission to the A-Frame Theater. Doors will open and seating will begin 15 minutes prior to the start of the program. Limited seating is available on a first come\, first served basis. Please note that doors will close promptly at the program’s start time and late entry will not be permitted.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/the-movement-playground-with-cantilever-collective-2/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Samizdat Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Samizdat Sundays—hands‑on textile workshops inspired by the spirit of creative resistance and DIY culture found in samizdat traditions. Each week offers a different project\, connecting archival stories of subversion with contemporary making. \nWe encourage participants to bring an item each week—a T‑shirt\, a pair of jeans\, or any textile you’re ready to transform\, repair\, or experiment with. \nEach session is free\, open to all skill levels\, and guided by artists who delight in subversion and play. Come for one or come for all—together we’ll stitch\, alter\, repair\, and imagine new forms of expression. \nJoin us for Samizdat Sundays—hands‑on textile workshops inspired by the spirit of creative resistance and DIY culture found in samizdat traditions. Each week offers a different project\, connecting archival stories of subversion with contemporary making. \nAbout the teaching artist \nKate Ingold is an LA-based artist and poet working with the discarded\, the damaged\, and the worn out. Materials and methods include textiles\, collage\, photography\, video\, ceramics\, and performative installation. She works in series driven by conceptual concerns and is currently making work in two interwoven projects: Relics for Future Rituals and Damaged Goods/Small Repairs. \nRSVPs for this free program do not guarantee admission. Limited seating is available on a first come\, first served basis. \nAn ADA-accessible entrance to the Wende Museum Community Center is available through the garden gate from the parking lot.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/samizdat-sundays-2/2026-07-05/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260708T180000
DTSTAMP:20260702T231431Z
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SUMMARY:Saved by a Story–Intergenerational Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:Participants ages 14 and up welcomed. Please arrive 5 or 10 minutes early to get settled\, as we start the group promptly at 4pm. \nWe are excited to come together in community\, to dive into our creativity and share our stories. \nWhat is Saved by a Story-Intergenerational Writing Workshop at the Wende Museum? Participants of all ages write to prompts to spark creativity\, share stories and build community. We write to surprise ourselves and discover the bounty of stories that lie within. \nWe come together and write\, choose to share (or not\, you decide)\, listen and write some more.We do this in the beautiful environs of the Wende Museum and its provocative and compelling collection. Some of our prompts will help us engage with the current exhibitions as well as engage with each other. \nIn later groups\, we will draft stories and workshop them. \nWe offer creativity and community in a non-judgmental environment. \nThe writing group meets in person on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. \nPlease arrive 5 or 10 minutes early to get settled as we start punctually at 4pm. \nWhat you will need:– a note book–nothing fancy–a pen–if you prefer to write on a computer\, feel free to bring that. \nWhere: \nWende Museum’s Community Center\nin the Cotsen Learning Center on the Second Floor\n10858 Culver Boulevard\nCulver City\, CA\, 90230 \n310-216-1600 \nPlease enter through the garden gate from the parking lot at 10858 Culver Blvd. \nRSVPs for this free program do not guarantee admission. Doors will open and seating will begin 15 minutes prior to the start of the program. Limited seating is available on a first come\, first served basis. Please note that doors will close promptly at the program’s start time and late entry will not be permitted.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/saved-by-a-story-intergenerational-writing-group-4/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260709T193000
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SUMMARY:Afro-Contemporary Workshop with Bernard Brown/bbmoves & Defacto X
DESCRIPTION:Fast-paced and educational\, this Afro-Contemporary dance technique class will challenge participants to engage body\, mind\, and spirit\, learn movement phrases\, push beyond “technique\,” and to explore their own individual performance choices throughout. Focusing on breath\, alignment\, rhythm and articulation\, this contemporary movement experience will incorporate many influences including Africanist movement technologies\, postmodern aesthetics\, and modern & contemporary dance techniques with a distinct emphasis on the foundational Katherine Dunham technique. Class will have live DJ accompaniment by DeFacto X. \nBio: \nBernard Brown is an award-winning Los Angeles-based performer\, choreographer\, arts activist\, and educator who situates their work at the intersection of Blackness\, Queerness\, and belonging. With an extensive performing career\, Bernard now serves as Executive Artistic Director of Bernard Brown/bbmoves – a social justice dance company\, choreographing for stage\, specific sites\, film\, and opera presented globally. Brown has received invitations\, residencies and commissions from On The Boards (Seattle)\, The Getty Museum (Los Angeles)\, the Centre de Développement Chorégraphique la Termitière (Burkina Faso)\, Dance Italia (Italy)\, The Music Center (Los Angeles)\, The Roy and Edna Disney/CalArts Theater (Los Angeles)\, Dance Mission Theater (San Francisco)\, danceBox (Japan)\, Johns Hopkins University\, National Immigration Law Center\, California African American Museum\, among others. Brown conducts lectures\, workshops\, and master classes internationally\, namely in Korea\, Panama\, Israel\, Burkina Faso\, Canada\, Puerto Rico\, Malta\, and Brazil\, and across the US various educational institutions and community-centered organizations. A first-generation college graduate\, Brown earned his MFA from University of California\, Los Angeles and BFA from Purchase College. He is an Assistant Professor of Dance at UC San Diego\, a Certified Katherine Dunham Technique Instructor\, and a California Arts Council Established Artist Fellow. The Los Angeles Times has called him “…the incomparable Bernard Brown…” \nThis workshop will take place in the A-Frame Theater at the Wende Museum Community Center. Please enter through the ADA-accessible garden gate entrance from the parking lot\, which will open approximately 30 minutes before the workshop begins. The gate will close 20 minutes after the program starts. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing you can move in. \nPhoto by David B. Arenas
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/afro-contemporary-workshop-with-bernard-brown-bbmoves-defacto-x/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260712T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260712T123000
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SUMMARY:Samizdat Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Samizdat Sundays—hands‑on textile workshops inspired by the spirit of creative resistance and DIY culture found in samizdat traditions. Each week offers a different project\, connecting archival stories of subversion with contemporary making. \nWe encourage participants to bring an item each week—a T‑shirt\, a pair of jeans\, or any textile you’re ready to transform\, repair\, or experiment with. \nEach session is free\, open to all skill levels\, and guided by artists who delight in subversion and play. Come for one or come for all—together we’ll stitch\, alter\, repair\, and imagine new forms of expression. \nJoin us for Samizdat Sundays—hands‑on textile workshops inspired by the spirit of creative resistance and DIY culture found in samizdat traditions. Each week offers a different project\, connecting archival stories of subversion with contemporary making. \nAbout the teaching artist \nKate Ingold is an LA-based artist and poet working with the discarded\, the damaged\, and the worn out. Materials and methods include textiles\, collage\, photography\, video\, ceramics\, and performative installation. She works in series driven by conceptual concerns and is currently making work in two interwoven projects: Relics for Future Rituals and Damaged Goods/Small Repairs. \nRSVPs for this free program do not guarantee admission. Limited seating is available on a first come\, first served basis. \nAn ADA-accessible entrance to the Wende Museum Community Center is available through the garden gate from the parking lot.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/samizdat-sundays-2/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp at the Stevie | Watercolor & Nature Observation
DESCRIPTION:Reconnect with your creativity through Summer Camp at the Stevie\, a five-part workshop series that invites adults (age 16+) to experience art making through the senses. Set in the Wende Museum’s Stevie Artist Residence garden oasis\, each Sunday workshop explores one of the five senses through a different creative practice\, from watercolor painting and basket weaving to ceramics\, botanical incense making\, and traditional food preservation. \nInspired by the spirit of summer camp\, the series encourages participants to slow down\, notice the world around them\, and engage with natural materials in meaningful ways. Together\, we’ll observe the colors of the landscape\, listen through handmade instruments\, weave with plant fibers\, create fragrances from botanicals\, and preserve seasonal ingredients\, discovering how creativity can deepen our relationship to the environment and one another. \nDesigned for artists and beginners alike\, Summer Camp at the Stevie celebrates making by hand as a pathway to mindfulness\, curiosity\, and community. Whether you attend a single workshop or join us for the full series\, you’ll leave with new skills\, meaningful connections\, and a renewed appreciation for the beauty found in the natural world. \nWhat is the Stevie? \nTucked away on the southwestern side of the Wende Museum’s Community Center\, the Stevie is a “tiny house” turned creative outpost. Surrounded by palms and desert landscaping\, it serves as both an artist residency space and an intimate venue for programs\, gatherings\, and experimental events on its expansive outdoor deck. The Stevie was made possible by a transformative contribution from Steve and Jadwiga Markoff. \nWorkshop Description: SIGHT | Watercolor & Nature Observation with Anne Pearce \nSlow down and see the garden with fresh eyes. Guided by artist Anne Pearce\, participants will explore watercolor as a tool for observation\, creating paintings inspired by the colors\, textures\, and forms found throughout the Wende Museum’s garden. Through simple exercises in color mixing\, composition\, and mark making\, this workshop encourages careful looking and mindful creativity. No prior painting experience is required. All materials will be provided. \nArtist Bio \nAnne Pearce is a Los Angeles-based artist whose work explores memory\, ecology\, and our evolving relationship with the natural environment. Working primarily in watercolor and drawing\, Pearce creates contemplative works that invite viewers to notice the quiet details of everyday landscapes. Her teaching practice emphasizes observation\, experimentation\, and the joy of creative discovery.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/summer-camp-at-the-stevie-watercolor-nature-observation/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T190000
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CREATED:20260429T170823Z
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SUMMARY:The Movement Playground with Cantilever Collective
DESCRIPTION:Step into the spontaneous spirit of The Movement Playground\, a dance workshop series from Cantilever Collective. Each session is improvised\, ephemeral\, and open to all—no dance experience required. With live-mixed soundscapes\, playful prompts\, and space to move freely\, these workshops invite you to explore connection\, curiosity\, and joy through your own body’s language. \nOne day’s “play” will never be the same as the next. Come as you are. Move how you feel. \nAn ADA-accessible entrance to the Wende Museum Community Center is available through the garden gate from the parking lot. It will open approximately 30 minutes before the program begins. \nRSVPs for this free program do not guarantee admission to the A-Frame Theater. Doors will open and seating will begin 15 minutes prior to the start of the program. Limited seating is available on a first come\, first served basis. Please note that doors will close promptly at the program’s start time and late entry will not be permitted.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/the-movement-playground-with-cantilever-collective-2/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T130000
DTSTAMP:20260708T011028Z
CREATED:20260703T174418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T011028Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp at the Stevie | Ocarina Handbuilding Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Reconnect with your creativity through Summer Camp at the Stevie\, a five-part workshop series that invites adults (age 16+) to experience art making through the senses. Set in the Wende Museum’s Stevie Artist Residence garden oasis\, each Sunday workshop explores one of the five senses through a different creative practice\, from watercolor painting and basket weaving to ceramics\, botanical incense making\, and traditional food preservation. \nInspired by the spirit of summer camp\, the series encourages participants to slow down\, notice the world around them\, and engage with natural materials in meaningful ways. Together\, we’ll observe the colors of the landscape\, listen through handmade instruments\, weave with plant fibers\, create fragrances from botanicals\, and preserve seasonal ingredients\, discovering how creativity can deepen our relationship to the environment and one another. \nDesigned for artists and beginners alike\, Summer Camp at the Stevie celebrates making by hand as a pathway to mindfulness\, curiosity\, and community. Whether you attend a single workshop or join us for the full series\, you’ll leave with new skills\, meaningful connections\, and a renewed appreciation for the beauty found in the natural world. \nWhat is the Stevie? \nTucked away on the southwestern side of the Wende Museum’s Community Center\, the Stevie is a “tiny house” turned creative outpost. Surrounded by palms and desert landscaping\, it serves as both an artist residency space and an intimate venue for programs\, gatherings\, and experimental events on its expansive outdoor deck. The Stevie was made possible by a transformative contribution from Steve and Jadwiga Markoff. \nWorkshop Description: SOUND | Ocarina Handbuilding Workshop with Peyton Ellis \nHave you ever wanted to make your own instrument? In this workshop\, you will be able to customize and handcraft your own personalized ocarina-flute. Participants will use air-dry clay to sculpt and form their instruments into whatever shape they desire while exploring the resonance and airflow of their pieces. While crafting these ocarinas\, you will be encouraged to channel your childlike wonder and invite playfulness while practicing the art of sound sculptures. All materials will be provided. \nArtist Bio \nPeyton Ellis (They/Them) studied music\, ceramics\, and performance art at California Institute of the Arts and graduated with a BFA in Experimental Pop Music. With 8+ years of experience in music and ceramics\, Peyton specializes in wheel throwing\, handbuilding\, installations\, and the physics of sound. Peyton’s interdisciplinary talents in physical and auditory art have supported their practice of experimenting with sound sculptures through performance and recording.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/summer-camp-at-the-stevie-ocarina-handbuilding-workshop/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T170000
DTSTAMP:20260710T000115Z
CREATED:20260615T174129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T000115Z
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SUMMARY:Tea Dances: Groove and Step with Ronnie Martin
DESCRIPTION:The Wende Museum’s Tea Dance series invites you to move\, mingle\, and unwind through the joyful rhythm of social dance. Hosted in the Wende’s Community Center\, each session features different dance traditions\, ranging from Argentine tango to vintage swing\, led by local artists and dance instructors. No experience or partner required. \nTea dances originated in early 20th-century Britain and America as daytime socials\, often held in hotels and ballrooms\, offering live music\, light refreshments\, and a welcoming space for community connection. Revived in the queer communities of mid-century America\, the tradition evolved into a vibrant celebration of expression and belonging. \nIn that spirit\, our Sunday Tea Dances offer a space to unplug\, connect\, and move together. These afternoons are for everyone: curious beginners\, practiced dancers\, and people just looking to enjoy good music and warm company. \nCome for the class\, stay for the social\, and rediscover the art of togetherness. \nFree and open to all. Comfortable shoes are encouraged. \nAbout the July 19 Session \nThis is an all levels dance class that captures certain elements of traditional southern line dance and hip hop choreography simultaneously! The class will involve choreography however\, there is still space for individual creativity and unique dance expression. Groove and Step cultivates energy\, connection\, and JOY! \nAbout the instructor: \nRonnie Martin is a professional dancer/choreographer from New Orleans\, Louisiana. He has been a part of two major dance companies\, So Real Dance Co. and Texas Southern Dance Co. and has been teaching all levels of hip hop choreography for the past 10 years. Once he relocated to LA he developed a love and passion for fitness which encouraged him to create his own fun and effective way to have the best of both worlds (Dance and Fitness). He has been teaching hip hop cardio classes for 7 years now and line dance classes for 5 years ! He believes that Dance fitness is great way to get active as well decompress. His goal is to constantly create spaces for the advancement of physical and mental health in a creative way! \nAs this event takes place during museum open hours\, guests may check in at the front of the museum. The garden side gate will open 15 minutes before the start time and is available for ADA access and check-in. Theater doors open 15 minutes before the start time. An RSVP does not guarantee admission once capacity is reached. No late entry.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/tea-dances-groove-and-step-with-ronnie-martin/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Wellness,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260722T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260722T180000
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SUMMARY:Saved by a Story–Intergenerational Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:Participants ages 14 and up welcomed. Please arrive 5 or 10 minutes early to get settled\, as we start the group promptly at 4pm. \nWe are excited to come together in community\, to dive into our creativity and share our stories. \nWhat is Saved by a Story-Intergenerational Writing Workshop at the Wende Museum? Participants of all ages write to prompts to spark creativity\, share stories and build community. We write to surprise ourselves and discover the bounty of stories that lie within. \nWe come together and write\, choose to share (or not\, you decide)\, listen and write some more.We do this in the beautiful environs of the Wende Museum and its provocative and compelling collection. Some of our prompts will help us engage with the current exhibitions as well as engage with each other. \nIn later groups\, we will draft stories and workshop them. \nWe offer creativity and community in a non-judgmental environment. \nThe writing group meets in person on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. \nPlease arrive 5 or 10 minutes early to get settled as we start punctually at 4pm. \nWhat you will need:– a note book–nothing fancy–a pen–if you prefer to write on a computer\, feel free to bring that. \nWhere: \nWende Museum’s Community Center\nin the Cotsen Learning Center on the Second Floor\n10858 Culver Boulevard\nCulver City\, CA\, 90230 \n310-216-1600 \nPlease enter through the garden gate from the parking lot at 10858 Culver Blvd. \nRSVPs for this free program do not guarantee admission. Doors will open and seating will begin 15 minutes prior to the start of the program. Limited seating is available on a first come\, first served basis. Please note that doors will close promptly at the program’s start time and late entry will not be permitted.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/saved-by-a-story-intergenerational-writing-group-4/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260723T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260723T193000
DTSTAMP:20260629T201641Z
CREATED:20260629T195635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T201641Z
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SUMMARY:Afro-Contemporary Workshop with Bernard Brown/bbmoves & Defacto X
DESCRIPTION:Fast-paced and educational\, this Afro-Contemporary dance technique class will challenge participants to engage body\, mind\, and spirit\, learn movement phrases\, push beyond “technique\,” and to explore their own individual performance choices throughout. Focusing on breath\, alignment\, rhythm and articulation\, this contemporary movement experience will incorporate many influences including Africanist movement technologies\, postmodern aesthetics\, and modern & contemporary dance techniques with a distinct emphasis on the foundational Katherine Dunham technique. Class will have live DJ accompaniment by DeFacto X. \nBio: \nBernard Brown is an award-winning Los Angeles-based performer\, choreographer\, arts activist\, and educator who situates their work at the intersection of Blackness\, Queerness\, and belonging. With an extensive performing career\, Bernard now serves as Executive Artistic Director of Bernard Brown/bbmoves – a social justice dance company\, choreographing for stage\, specific sites\, film\, and opera presented globally. Brown has received invitations\, residencies and commissions from On The Boards (Seattle)\, The Getty Museum (Los Angeles)\, the Centre de Développement Chorégraphique la Termitière (Burkina Faso)\, Dance Italia (Italy)\, The Music Center (Los Angeles)\, The Roy and Edna Disney/CalArts Theater (Los Angeles)\, Dance Mission Theater (San Francisco)\, danceBox (Japan)\, Johns Hopkins University\, National Immigration Law Center\, California African American Museum\, among others. Brown conducts lectures\, workshops\, and master classes internationally\, namely in Korea\, Panama\, Israel\, Burkina Faso\, Canada\, Puerto Rico\, Malta\, and Brazil\, and across the US various educational institutions and community-centered organizations. A first-generation college graduate\, Brown earned his MFA from University of California\, Los Angeles and BFA from Purchase College. He is an Assistant Professor of Dance at UC San Diego\, a Certified Katherine Dunham Technique Instructor\, and a California Arts Council Established Artist Fellow. The Los Angeles Times has called him “…the incomparable Bernard Brown…” \nThis workshop will take place in the A-Frame Theater at the Wende Museum Community Center. Please enter through the ADA-accessible garden gate entrance from the parking lot\, which will open approximately 30 minutes before the workshop begins. The gate will close 20 minutes after the program starts. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing you can move in. \nPhoto by David B. Arenas
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/afro-contemporary-workshop-with-bernard-brown-bbmoves-defacto-x/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260726T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260722T014038Z
CREATED:20260721T204102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T014038Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp at the Stevie | Block-Printing & Infinite Patterns by Hand
DESCRIPTION:Reconnect with your creativity through Summer Camp at the Stevie\, a five-part workshop series that invites adults (age 16+) to experience art making through the senses. Set in the Wende Museum’s Stevie Artist Residence garden oasis\, each Sunday workshop explores one of the five senses through a different creative practice\, from watercolor painting and basket weaving to ceramics\, botanical incense making\, and traditional food preservation. \nInspired by the spirit of summer camp\, the series encourages participants to slow down\, notice the world around them\, and engage with natural materials in meaningful ways. Together\, we’ll observe the colors of the landscape\, listen through handmade instruments\, weave with plant fibers\, create fragrances from botanicals\, and preserve seasonal ingredients\, discovering how creativity can deepen our relationship to the environment and one another. \nDesigned for artists and beginners alike\, Summer Camp at the Stevie celebrates making by hand as a pathway to mindfulness\, curiosity\, and community. Whether you attend a single workshop or join us for the full series\, you’ll leave with new skills\, meaningful connections\, and a renewed appreciation for the beauty found in the natural world. \nWhat is the Stevie? \nTucked away on the southwestern side of the Wende Museum’s Community Center\, the Stevie is a “tiny house” turned creative outpost. Surrounded by palms and desert landscaping\, it serves as both an artist residency space and an intimate venue for programs\, gatherings\, and experimental events on its expansive outdoor deck. The Stevie was made possible by a transformative contribution from Steve and Jadwiga Markoff. \nWorkshop Description: TOUCH | Block-Printing & Infinite Patterns by Hand with Alejandro Figueredo Diaz-Perera \nDiscover how a single block-printed shape can produce countless different compositions simply by changing its orientation. Using a collection of original modular patterns designed by the artist\, participants will explore the surprising beauty of relief printing on fabric. As simple carved blocks are repeated and rotated\, endlessly evolving designs begin to emerge. The workshop invites participants to experience the pleasure of making by hand through carving\, inking\, and printing\, and the wonder of watching intricate patterns gradually emerge from the simplest of forms. Participants will carve their own printing block and hand-print a cotton bandana to take home. No previous experience is necessary\, materials will be provided. \nArtist Bio \nAlejandro Figueredo Diaz-Perera is a Cuban-American artist and educator based in Los Angeles. His interdisciplinary practice spans painting\, printmaking\, installation\, and performance\, exploring perception\, memory\, and the ways images shape our understanding of the world. He is the founder of Studios Colibrí\, an artist-run studio in Baldwin Hills dedicated to art education\, workshops\, and creative experimentation\, where he encourages participants to rediscover the pleasure of making by hand.
URL:https://wendemuseum.org/event/summer-camp-at-the-stevie-block-printing-infinite-patterns-by-hand/
LOCATION:The Wende Museum’s Community Center\, 10858 Culver Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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