Weaving
Artist Talk with Ursala Hudson & Lily Hope
Tlingit sisters Ursala Hudson and Lily Hope will be exhibiting their latest weavings and collages at Stonington in September. Tune in to their Artist Talk to learn about their weaving process, inspiration for their artwork, and exciting plans ahead for works traveling from Stonington to the Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum! This exhibit will open First Thursday, September 1st, 5-8 […]
Evelyn Vanderhoop’s Ravenstail Robe Enters the Collection of the MFA Boston
Raven’s Tail robe by Evelyn Vanderhoop (b.1953) Masset, British Columbia / 2017-2018 / Twined wool, sea otter fur, cedar bark fiber, shell, copper threads A Contemporary Ravenstail Robe Enters the Collection of the MFA Boston Evelyn Vanderhoop (Haida) weaving a contemporary masterwork for the MFA Boston Collection, 2019. Photo by Bernadette Jarrard. Two years ago […]
New in the Gallery: Danielle Morsette
We’re thrilled to present a new face at Stonington during our winter exhibition: weaver Danielle Morsette (Suquamish/Sto:lo). Danielle is a young and extremely skilled weaver who was recently seen in her solo exhibition at the Suquamish Museum this past summer. Her Salish-style weaving is of the highest quality and skill, and we are excited to […]
Rest in Power, Clarissa Rizal and Teri Rofkar
We are profoundly grieved by the passing of renowned Tlingit weavers Teri Rofkar and Clarissa Rizal this month. Clarissa passed yesterday morning, and Teri on December 2nd, both from cancer. Our hearts go out to their families and communities, and we send all of our love to those who were touched by them. How can […]
Demonstration: Weaving
October 11, 2009 Weaving Demonstration Many of the artists participating in the October 2009 Weaving Exhibition will demonstrate the traditional processes of basket weaving, blanket weaving, and spinning wool.