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SARAH HASKELL

Sarah Haskell, weaver

Sarah Haskell, weaver

A weaver since 1969, Sarah’s work has focused on art as a language that can be used to communicate one’s feelings, concerns and ideas. From large collaborative projects and pictorial tapestries to small personal weaving, Sarah uses weaving to connect students to cultures around the world and in their community.

Over and Under The Magic of Paper Weaving (Grades K-12)

Explore the magic of paper (found, recycled or decorated) as the foundation for weaving and as a rich source for creative self-expression. Material list will be provided. Length: 60 minutes

Vagabond Weaver Workshop (Grades K-12)

Participants will learn to use everyday objects for a loom, warp and weft. Student will experiment with recycled and natural materials to create weavings. Length: 60 minutes

It Takes a Community to Weave a Tapestry (Grade K-12)

Design and create a weaving on a rectangular or circular loom and then fashion objects to attach to the weaving to connect to the theme.

Four Workshops: $855

Materials Fee Depends on Project Selected

Curriculum Links: Visual Arts, Science, Language Arts, Social Studies, Math

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Touring Artist: Limited Availability