August 16-November 1
This eleven week long exhibition and event, showcasing Japanese design and culture, enters week 6 the end of September. The week will highlight “Attuned to the Seasons: Pattern, Color and Texture in Japan” and feature 3 events. On September 25, Kate T. Williamson, will explain the significance of traditional patterns, materials and color-combinations from their natural inspirations and time-honored uses through to their contemporary applications. On September 27, two family programs will be held. In “Kamishibai for 3-7 year olds” Tara McGowan will introduce this traditional art form and precursor to anime and manga. In ”Origami for Children Ages 7 and Up”, Gay Merrill Gross will show how to bring paper to life with imaginative stories illustrated with playful forms and figures. In Week 7, they will pick up “Kawaii”(cute) culture in Japan, and Dr. Susan Napier will have a lecture on “Dolls: From the Cute to the Grotesque” on October 2. Week 8 highlights “Secrets of Japanese Beauty” and in Week 9 “The Smart Japanese Kitchen”. On October 6, Naomi Moriyama will have a seminar to teach how to incorporate healthy Japanese ingredients and eating habits into your diet. Week 10 is “Taste of Japan” week, and on October 23, Tim Sullivan, will share his love and knowledge of Japan’s national drink with an invitation to sake tasting.
Location: 10 W. 56th St. (bet. 5th & 6th Aves.),
New York, NY 10019
TEL: 212-956-4438 /
www.japan-c.com
I'll probably go to the lecture about dolls since I find that aspect of the Japanese culture quite fascinating and unique.
I went to the lecture "Attuned to the Seasons:Patter..." It was really interesing. I did not know the combination of the color for clothes represents the class and even occupation in traditional Japanese clothes. What you wear tells who you are. A bit scary.
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