between four rivers
a workshop designed and facilitated by asmaa al-issa.
a workshop designed and facilitated by asmaa al-issa.
"[On the Elbow River near Mission of Our Lady Peace, near Calgary]. Original Title: On the Elbow River near Indian Mission", Calgary, 1885. Library and Archives Canada.
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"Iraq. River scenes on the Euphrates taken at Hilla. Women with copper water pots. River scene". 1932. Library of Congress.
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Workshop description:
A workshop series for Iraqi & Arab women currently living in Calgary, Alberta, Canada (on Treaty 7 territory) to gather and explore artistic expression, and deepen our relationship with the land—both where we currently live, and the lands of our ancestors. This workshop is a chance to reflect on our life between four rivers: the two rivers in our city, and the two rivers in our memories.
Together we will explore collage-making, listen to each other's stories, and share our lived experiences. Participants will have a chance to reflect on their roots, deepen their knowledge of their present context in Calgary/Mohkínstsis, as well as reflect collectively on both personal and shared experiences of displacement.
Date/Time:
The workshop series will be held over 3 sessions:
Saturday, 16 January 2021 -- 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Saturday, 23 January 2021 -- 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Saturday, 30 January 2021 -- 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Details:
If you have any questions or unsure about anything, please email asmaa at between4rivers@gmail.com
This project is generously supported by Calgary Arts Development.
As an expression of sincere gratitude, it is important to acknowledge that this workshop is developed and will be hosted on the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Niitsitapi (inclusive of the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai First Nations), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Iyarhe Nakoda (including the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley First Nations). The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.
A workshop series for Iraqi & Arab women currently living in Calgary, Alberta, Canada (on Treaty 7 territory) to gather and explore artistic expression, and deepen our relationship with the land—both where we currently live, and the lands of our ancestors. This workshop is a chance to reflect on our life between four rivers: the two rivers in our city, and the two rivers in our memories.
Together we will explore collage-making, listen to each other's stories, and share our lived experiences. Participants will have a chance to reflect on their roots, deepen their knowledge of their present context in Calgary/Mohkínstsis, as well as reflect collectively on both personal and shared experiences of displacement.
Date/Time:
The workshop series will be held over 3 sessions:
Saturday, 16 January 2021 -- 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Saturday, 23 January 2021 -- 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Saturday, 30 January 2021 -- 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Details:
- Workshop is free to attend with registration. All sessions will be held virtually online. To get the most of the workshop, it would be best to commit to attending all three gatherings.
- More details will be provided after registration.
- No previous art experience required.
- Materials will be provided.
- Workshop is for adults of all generations.
- Most of the workshop will be in English, although some Arabic translation is possible.
If you have any questions or unsure about anything, please email asmaa at between4rivers@gmail.com
This project is generously supported by Calgary Arts Development.
As an expression of sincere gratitude, it is important to acknowledge that this workshop is developed and will be hosted on the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Niitsitapi (inclusive of the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai First Nations), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Iyarhe Nakoda (including the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley First Nations). The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.