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SUMMARY:Ola i ka wai | Water is life
DESCRIPTION:The cultural dances of Hawaiian Hula and Tahitian ‘Ori are a vital part of life and are present in religious ceremonies\, social gatherings\, celebrations\, and everyday life. They contain the knowledge and collected memory of its peoples– cultivated over generations– from philosophy\, science\, art and craft\, relationship to Earth\, and the human condition. Presented through story\, prayer\, and entertainment\, Hula and ‘Ori use specific movement language to represent given ideas\, and maintain a sacred connection to Earth and the Cosmos. The dance forms act as a conduit between humanity and the divine\, helping the participants to recognize that they are part of something bigger and that we are all connected. \n  \nInspired by these concepts\, the London School of Hula and ‘Ori (LSHO) created choreography for the  Ma uka to Ma kai exhibition that focuses on the source of life– Water. The choreography explores the water cycle\, from four perspectives: Ocean\, Sky\, Earth\, and Humanity\, attempting to embody the essence of and give form to these elements. Water is central to the functioning of the ahupua’a and to life itself. Without water\, there is no fauna in the forests\, no crops\, no streams to nourish us; simply\, there is no life. Using movement from Hula\, ‘Ori Tahiti\, and contemporary motion\, and combining the mediums of cinema\, sound\, music\, and dance\, the film aims to represent the intertwined and dynamic relationship between humanity and our environment. It encourages the viewer to acknowledge that we are a part of this cycle\, that we are beholden to nature. \n  \n\nSince I can remember\, I have been learning the stories of our ancestors– a rich world of myths and tales that contain the knowledge of the universe. I utilise these myths in my storytelling in order to provide crucial information about the world around us through the lens of womxn from the global majority – past\, present\, and future. These women – my mother\, my grandmothers\, my ancestors – who are able to call upon themselves\, each other\, and the sacred lands to which we are intrinsically bound\, are central to the health of people and Earth\, and thus the continuation of all life. I believe that ancestral knowledge is not a thing of the past\, but holds the key to a healthy future. \nKrysten \n\n  \n\nEverything in the universe is connected\, whether it be the sky to the earth through the falling of the rain\, or person to person through the infectious ease at which emotions can spread. This project showcased how important and moving it is to give in to that oneness with ourselves\, nature\, the world around us\, and each other\, and how none of us are isolated from that connection. \nDanielle \n\n  \n\nOur existence as humans is so tiny but so profound\, we sometimes forget how fragile and interdependent we are. Across cultures\, we see stories that connect us to the elements and to something bigger\, and it is our responsibility to be part of the lineage of these stories\, to deliver them to future generations.  \nAkino \n\nAbout the exhibition\nThe Long Gallery exhibition displays quilts from the Honolulu-based Poakalani Quilters that depict Hula through appliqued designs alongside a photographic series\, Ola i ka wai\, by Krysten Resnick and film depicting the London School of Hula and ‘Ori. A selection of photographs from the series are shown on this webpage\, along with the quilts on display. \nAbout LSHO\nLondon School of Hula and ‘Ori is a cultural dance school and community that aims to uphold and reinterpret the practices of Hawaiian Hula and Tahitian ‘Ori within a modern metropolitan context. By accessing and platforming traditional knowledge systems that combine movement\, myth\, ceremony\, and community we are able to create healthier and more meaningful connections to the self\, our wider communities\, and our Earth and bridge the gaps between past and present– all of which is necessary in shifting the trajectory towards a healthier future. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOla i ka wai : The Photography Series (selection from the exhibition shown here)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember of the LSHO\, Satomi. Photographed by Krysten Resnick. ‘Ola i ka wai | Water is Life. Long Gallery Exhibition at Pitt Rivers Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembers of the LSHO\, Estefania\, Akino\, and Satomi. Photographed by Krysten Resnick. ‘Ola i ka wai | Water is Life. Long Gallery Exhibition at Pitt Rivers Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember of the LSHO\, Hayley. Photographed by Krysten Resnick. ‘Ola i ka wai | Water is Life. Long Gallery Exhibition at Pitt Rivers Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNext slide\nPrevious slide\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNext slide\nPrevious slide\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nā Mele ʻo Hula Kahiko (Songs of Hula). Quilted by Yoshimi Suzuki. Designed by John Serrao co-founder of Poakalani Quilters. PRM 2022.57.2 \n\n  \n\nStories from the Quilting Circle \nby Yoshimi Suzuki \n  \n  \nI started quilting with Poakalani in 2000 at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping and under the direction of Kumu (teacher) John Serrao I was able to receive my teacher’s certification in 2006. I started my Quilting Class in Yokohama in 2006\, called “Hālau Kuiki O Owyhee” (Quilt Class of Hawaiʻi) a name given to me by Kumu John. In the tradition of the Poakalani Class in Hawaii\, I produced Quilt Shows in Japan every two years showcasing my students Quilts. In 2015 I received the highest honour from Kumu John my Hawaiian name “POMAIKALANI” which means blessings from heaven. \n  \nThe motifs on this quilt are Pahu hula(drum)\, ʻUli ʻuli(feathered rattles)\, Pūniu( coconut knee drum) used in classical hula dancing and Maile leaves represents Laka (Goddess of hula). In this way they are related to Hawaiian life. The central part has Wāwae Moa (chicken feet stitches) which is one of the traditional techniques. \n  \nWhen DESIGNER and QUILTER have pens or needles\, we think about the history and the traditions of Hawaiʻi\, or the lifestyle of the time still exists. By reviving and expressing them\, we play a role in conveying the history of Hawaii\, the royal family (Aliʻi) and Hawaiian culture. \n  \nJohn & Poakalani family has a history of learning the original techniques on the ship Thaddeus boarded by missionaries in the 1820. It’s great honour for me to learn from them who are the ancestors of the tradition\, which is now loved all over the world. \n  \nWe hope that people around the world will be interested in the culture and traditions of Hawaiʻi through our Hawaiian quilts. \n  \nThe tradition continues… \n  \n  \n  \n \nTi Leaf and Lauaʻe. Quilted by Pat Gorelangton. Designed by John Serrao. PRM 2022.57.12 \n\n  \nWai ʻapu lau kī. \nWater in a ti-leaf cup. \n [When one goes to the upland and needs a cup to dip water from the stream or spring\, he folds a ti leaf to form a dipper.] \n\n\nStories from the Quilting Circle\nby Pat Gorelangton\n \nI have been a quilter for almost 40 years. Though I’ve tried other quilting styles\, once I joined the Poakalani Quilt Group 18 years ago\, Hawaiian quilting became my passion. To me\, it has the symmetry that appeals to my sense of order\, while also having a beautiful freedom of movement…especially in the designs of John Serrao. John was a master designer; it was a privilege to learn from him. The knowledge and support that the entire Serrao ohana (family) has given to me over the years is nourishment for my soul. One of my favourite things to do is to complete a quilt that was started by someone’s grandmother or auntie years ago…but any time I can make a quilt\, whether as a commission\, or an idea I had and am trying to express\, is truly a joy. \nSo much of the Hawaiian quilt patterns are inspired by our plants and our culture. This Ti Leaf and Laua’e quilt is one of John’s beautiful designs. There are two kinds of laua’e fern…one comes from Australia\, and the other much rarer one is indigenous to the Hawaiian Islands. It has a faint but lovely fragrance and is used in gardens as well as floral arrangements. The ti leaf has many uses in Hawaiian life; from religious ceremonies to food wrapping\, to skirts for hula dancers\, and lei for ceremonies. \nI’ve made over 170 Hawaiian wall hangings and bed quilts and have been part of articles and videos about Hawaiian Quilting over the years\, which I hope to have conveyed my love of this beautiful\, cultural art of Hawai’i.
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LOCATION:Pitt Rivers Museum\, S Parks Rd\, Oxford
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SUMMARY:Goldwork Embroidery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tickets:\nMembers: £60 \nNon-Members: £75  \nGoldwork Embroidery Workshop\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistoric embroidery company Hand&Lock invite you to join them for a gold-work embroidery workshop at the Pitt Rivers Museum. This beginner-friendly introductory session explores the fundamental techniques of this traditional craft. You’ll work with metal threads and purl bullions\, learning techniques such as pearl purl\, chipping and S’ing to complete a wheat sprig design inspired by a historic harvest knot. Guided by Hand & Lock’s expert embroiderers\, this relaxed and welcoming workshop is perfect for those new to goldwork embroidery. \n\nAbout our Tutors\n\nOur embroidery courses are taught by expert hand embroiderers who have worked in the couture industry for brands such as Alexander McQueen\, Chanel\, Dior\, Valentino\, Hermès\, Louis Vuitton\, YSL\, Givenchy\, Dolce & Gabbana\, Schiaparelli\, Lanvin and Burberry to name a few. The course will cover the basics\, insider tips and practical application making sure students are fully equipped to go on and apply what they have learned to their own pieces and develop their own unique styles. Our tutors are professional embroiderers first and tutors second which means they are able to give you a unique insight into the magical world of couture hand embroidery.\n\nAbout Hand & Lock\n\nHand & Lock’s rich history dates back to 1767 when M. Hand\, a young Huguenot refugee from France\, arrived in London and began selling lace to military tailors. As his reputation grew\, M. Hand expanded his business to include the design and manufacture of military badges and uniform accoutrements. His expertise in embellishing officers’ dress uniforms\, which required precision and craftsmanship\, quickly made M. Hand & Co. a trusted name among Savile Row and military tailors—a relationship that endures over 250 years later.In the 1950s\, Stanley Lock\, a gifted embroidery designer\, joined CE Phipps & Co.\, a specialist embroidery house. When the owner retired in 1956\, Lock acquired the business and rebranded it as S. Lock Ltd. The company soon became a key collaborator for haute couture designers like Christian Dior\, Norman Hartnell\, and Hardy Amies\, working on garments for the Queen\, Queen Mother\, and later\, Princess Diana. In recognition of its exceptional craftsmanship\, the company was awarded the Royal Warrant in 1972. \nToday\, Hand & Lock continues to serve a diverse clientele\, including international fashion houses\, emerging designers\, interior decorators\, the Royal Family\, and costume designers for theatre\, film\, and television. Despite its evolution\, the company prides itself on preserving the traditional embroidery techniques that have remained largely unchanged since 1767. \nHand & Lock is not just a hub of expert craftsmanship but also a global ambassador for the fine art of embroidery. Through workshops and educational programs worldwide\, the team remains committed to promoting quality British craftsmanship and passing down the timeless skills of embroidery to future generations.
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/goldwork-embroidery-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Oxford University Museum of Natural History\, Parks Road\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 3PW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Visible Mending Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Visible Mending Workshop\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: £40 \nMembers £32  \nAbout the Workshop\nLearn the art of visible mending with Rosie Leech and repair your own jumper with wool in a contrasting colour. This is a beautiful way to bring new life to old clothes\, turning a rip or hole into a feature. Please note that this workshop is for wool repair only. \nBYOJ (Bring Your Own Jumper)\nParticipants in this workshop will need to bring their own woolly jumper\, hat or socks (with holes) for mending. Coloured darning wool\, needles and darning mushrooms will be provided and you will be shown how to repair holes by creating beautiful patterns using the techniques of darning. \nAbout Rosie\nRosie Leech is a clothes restorer and illustrator living in Oxford. She has been sewing since the age of six and took up darning several years ago\, when her favourite yellow jumper went into holes. She now darns as a freelancer\, using traditional woven darns for holes\, Swiss darning for worn areas and boro and sashika for cotton clothing. She mostly works with visible repairs\, making a feature out of the mends themselves.
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LOCATION:Oxford University Museum of Natural History\, Parks Road\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 3PW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Bai Embroidery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS: \nMembers – £68 \nNON-Members – £ 85 \nBai Embroidery Workshop\nJoin us at the Pitt Rivers Museum for a hands-on embroidery workshop inspired by the Museum’s remarkable collection of Bai ethnic minority aprons from Yunnan\, China. These aprons\, rich with colour and symbolism\, carry stories of daily life\, family and celebration. \nIn this workshop\, you will: \n\nLearn basic Bai embroidery techniques\nExplore the cultural meaning behind traditional motifs\nStitch your own Bai flower or butterfly design\nCreate a heartfelt handmade piece just in time for Mother’s Day (15 March)\n\nThis workshop is led by Yiran Duan\, a Bai artist and cultural practitioner from Yunnan\, China. Yiran is the founder of Yi Crafts\, a UK-based platform dedicated to preserving and sharing traditional craftsmanship from China’s ethnic minority communities. Through workshops\, exhibitions and collaborations with museums and festivals\, Yi Crafts connects global audiences with living heritage\, storytelling and hands-on making. \nSuitable for beginners; all materials provided.
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/bai-embroidery-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Oxford University Museum of Natural History\, Parks Road\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 3PW\, United Kingdom
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