A one-of-a-kind art exhibit that celebrates Palestinian identity through the interplay between acrylic painting and stitch work on canvas.
Join us for an unforgettable multi-media art exhibit where stories of resilience and hope come alive through the interplay between acrylics painting and stitching.
Dive deep into the tapestry of Palestinian voices sharing their lived experiences and dreams for their homeland through art works, words and song.
Don't miss out on this intimate community event, filled with powerful narratives and inspiring conversations!
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Highlights
- 2 hours
- ages 16+
- In person
- Free parking
- Doors at 5:30 PM
Location
Rockcliffe Park Community Centre
380 Springfield Road
Ottawa, ON K1M 0C9
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Agenda
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EMCEE opening remarks
The event EMCEE will welcome everyone, introduce speakers, and give some context to the exhibit of the night.
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'My Journey With Cross Stitching, or 'Tatreez''
Tatreez (cross stitching) teacher and mentor, Israa El-Saafin, shares a quick history of Palestinian cross stitching, and her own journey that has taken her back to her roots as she practises and teaches this ancestral tradition, building community through stitching.
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'The Tension Between Hardship and Beauty'
Visual artist, muralist and educator, Suzanne Ragheb, speaks about exploring the tension between hardship and beauty through her art, creating imagined spaces of hope, reflection, and emotional transcendence.