“Global Figures” Upcycled Character Sculptures

“Global Figures” Upcycled Character Sculptures

The Children's Art Carnival · New York, NY

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Date
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Time
1:00 PM EST · Time may vary; check the source
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In this cultural exploration workshop, participants will bend and shape wire coat hangers into human forms. Giving new life to everyday household items, they will sculpt and dress these figures using various materials to represent traditional attire and distinct cultural characteristics from around the world, such as traditional Japanese or African garments. Key Materials (provided): Repurposed wire coat hangers, multi-textured fabrics, yarn scraps, decorative papers, sculpting tools. Date: Saturday, November 21, 1-3 PM Facilitator: Vickie Frémont For: Families with Children. Adults are also welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No drop-off allowed. Fee: $5 Per Child (Under 18) / $10 Per Adult Registration is required to participate: REGISTER About Facilitator: The Hummingbird Project: Doing Art with Vickie Frémont Vickie Frémont is a multicultural artist, anthropologist, designer, and educator with over twenty years of experience in arts-based education, intercultural dialogue, and international cultural programming. Her work lies at the intersection of culture, art, sustainability, and social responsibility, using creative methodologies to foster critical thinking, collective engagement, and empowerment among diverse communities. Space is limited: REGISTER TODAY!

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