BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//International Museum of Surgical Science - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:International Museum of Surgical Science X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://imss.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for International Museum of Surgical Science REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T091430 CREATED:20220818T023814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220818T023814Z UID:14998-1662661800-1662665400@imss.org SUMMARY:Jeanette Andrews: The Unseen Manor DESCRIPTION:The International Museum of Surgical Science presents magician and artist Jeanette Andrews for this literally magical performance.\n\n\nPerformance from 6:30-7:30PM\nDoors open at 6:15PM and the Museum will close at 8:45PM.\nJeanette Andrews’ magic and illusions inspired by the life of the historic mansion’s original owner\, Eleanor Robinson Countiss Whiting (and her death within the museum’s hallowed halls in 1931).\nBio: \nJeanette Andrews is an artist\, magician and researcher. Andrews’ work focuses on the development of interactive magic and sensory illusions via performance\, sculpture\, installation and audio. Over 27 years of specialized study and technical training in parlor and sleight of hand magic has now afforded her a distinct perspective on crafting experiences with nuanced psychological underpinnings\, direction of attention and inattention\, the creation of surreal visuals and designing/building objects that function completely differently than they appear. Her research-based process centers around phenomenological philosophy\, contemporary cognitive science\, and physics. Her work is rooted in highlighting astonishing aspects of everyday life via moments of the seemingly impossible to create a lived phenomenology. Themes of pieces have included invisibility\, impossible objects\, the relationship between scent and magic\, unseen communication\, and how illusions can construct reality. \nAndrews works closely with museums and galleries to recontextualize magic within the cultural arts and explore this craft as a performance art medium. She has presented numerous commissioned works with the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago\, including her 2020 work “Invisible Museums of the Unseen\,” which was later commissioned as a site-specific work for the Quebec City Biennial. Further site-specific works for numerous museums and galleries include the Elmhurst Art Museum\, Birmingham Museum of Art and International Museum of Surgical Science. Andrews is also an acclaimed speaker\, presenting with the Cooper Hewitt\, Chicago Ideas\, Fortune 500 companies\, and universities and conferences across the country. She has been an artist in residence for High Concept Labs in Chicago and The Institute for Art and Olfaction in Los Angeles. \nShe is currently an Affiliate of metaLab (at) Harvard and an artist in residence at CultureLAB LIC in New York City. Illusion is Andrews’ life’s work and her performances have been praised by the Chicago Tribune\, PBS\, and the New York Times. \n*** \nAccessible accommodations include a ramp entrance and elevator. If you need additional accessibility options or wheelchair seating please contact us at info@imss.org. \nPARKING AND DIRECTIONS: https://imss.org/plan-your-visit/#nav \nCOVID Guidelines: Masks are optional but recommended. \nQuestions? Contact us at info@imss.org URL:https://imss.org/program/jeanette-andrews-the-unseen-manor/ LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T153000 DTSTAMP:20260405T091430 CREATED:20220825T221629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T221629Z UID:15142-1662472800-1662478200@imss.org SUMMARY:Chair Yoga and Meditation DESCRIPTION:Relax with chair yoga and meditation in the Hall of Immortals!\n\n\n2-3:30PM \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nFree with the price of museum admission. More information can be found here: https://imss.org/plan-your-visit/#cost \nAbout the instructor Aasha Elliott \nStudio Co-Owner/Yoga + Meditation Instructor/Lead Teacher Trainer\, E-RYT 500\, LCSW \nAasha is a lover of all things yoga\, meditation\, mantra\, astrology\, chanting and singing. She is also currently working on drawing 108 Ganeshas and each one is a surprise in how he manifests! 🙂 \nYoga has become an integral part of Aasha’s life over the years\, and preserving the authenticity of Chi-Town Shakti as a ShambhavAnanda Yoga™ Center and supporting the growth of her students brings her so much joy. Aasha first welcomed yoga into her life several years ago when she was desperately seeking a “life-line”. She first began to understand the true essence of “surrender” while melting into the exhale of a supine twist. Aasha continues to deepen her ability to surrender\, to trust the divine and to open her heart through practice and through teaching. Aasha completed her 200-hour teacher training in 2012. She also completed Meditation Teacher Training in 2012 and is committed to daily yoga and meditation practices of her own. Aasha is passionate about sharing these invaluable practices that have become such an invaluable part of her life. \nAasha also holds a Masters degree in Clinical Social work from Loyola University Chicago (2009) and also works as a clinical therapist. She frequently integrates yoga and meditation practices into her sessions with clients. Aasha feels eternally grateful for her practice\, for the Chi-Town Shakti Yoga community\, for her life-changing connection to ShambhavAnanda Yoga® and to her teacher/founder of ShambhavAnanda Yoga®\, Babaji Shambhavananda. URL:https://imss.org/program/chair-yoga-and-meditation/ LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220827T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220827T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T091430 CREATED:20220810T143032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T143032Z UID:14919-1661608800-1661612400@imss.org SUMMARY:Phil Gayter Artist Talk: Unmasked: The Stories Behind the Masks DESCRIPTION:Phil Gayter discusses the stories and inspiration for his mask portraits.\n\n\n1524 N. Lakeshore Drive.\n2-3PM\nDescription: \nA presentation detailing the ideas\, the models and the inspirations behind the Maskeraid exhibition. \nBio: \nPhil Gayter graduated with a BA in Communications from Manchester Metropolitan University where he specialized in illustration and painting as well as advertising. He came to the US to work with ad giant Leo Burnett where he was responsible for some of the most enduring campaigns in the last 30 years. While pursuing his career he has also been a prolific painter showing in many galleries in Illinois as well as Kansas\, D.C.\, and his homeland\, England. He works in a number of styles from classic landscapes to collaborative campaigns with his identical twin exploring the connections between twin artists\, to his latest work Maskeraid. This exhibition was featured in the Chicago Sun-Times and he will have 3 pieces hanging in the lobby of the new Sinai Hospital. \n*** \nAccessible accommodations include a ramp entrance and elevator. If you need additional accessibility options or wheelchair seating please contact us at info@imss.org. \nPARKING AND DIRECTIONS: https://imss.org/plan-your-visit/#nav \nCOVID Guidelines: Masks are optional but recommended. \nQuestions? Contact us at info@imss.org \n***Please note\, the paintings will not be on display. \n\n\n\n\nThe International Museum of Surgical Science acknowledges support from the International Arts Council Agency. URL:https://imss.org/program/phil-gayter-artist-talk-unmasked-the-stories-behind-the-masks/ LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T091430 CREATED:20220726T210853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T210853Z UID:14765-1661450400-1661457600@imss.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness: The Essentials DESCRIPTION:An introduction to the science behind mindfulness followed by a guided meditation.\n\n\nLecture and Guided Meditation\nThursday\, August 25th\, 6-8PM \n1524 N. Lakeshore Drive \nLight refreshments will be served \nNeuroscience confirms that mindfulness is beneficial for the mind and body. It relieves anxiety and stress\, protects the aging brain\, enhances attention and memory\, and increases immune response. Many who practice mindfulness say it fundamentally changes how they approach life. We will explore the theory behind mindfulness\, why we need to do it\, and practice some of the techniques. The session will be led by Dr. Basel Al-Aswad whose interest and practice in mindfulness spans several decades. Basel has lectured extensively on mindfulness in hospitals\, outpatient programs\, University of Illinois Applied Health Science School\, and the Wellness Center of the School of Art Institute of Chicago. \n*** \nAccessible accommodations include a ramp entrance and elevator. If you need additional accessibility options or wheelchair seating please contact us at info@imss.org. \nParking and Directions can be found here: https://imss.org/plan-your-visit/#nav \n\n\n\nAbout Basel Al-Aswad:\nBasel Al-Aswad has been an Orthopedic Surgeon for 45 years\, mainly in the Southside of Chicagoland. His interests and passions include mindfulness\, writing & blogging for escapeintolife.com – an arts and literary website founded by his late son Chris Al-Aswad – hiking\, trekking and outdoor activities\, cooking\, history and family archiving\, and spending quality time with his 2 beautiful granddaughters. \n\n\n\nThe International Museum of Surgical Science acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. URL:https://imss.org/program/introduction-to-mindfulness-and-its-applications/ LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220819T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220819T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T091430 CREATED:20220726T210852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T210852Z UID:14764-1660928400-1660935600@imss.org SUMMARY:Artistic Expression Class with Alyssa Saklak DESCRIPTION:Learn artistic expression at the International Museum of Surgical Science with Alyssa Saklak\, RN\, BSN\, CMSRN\n\n\nARTISTIC EXPRESSION CLASS \n5:00 pm – 7:00 pm \nNo experience is necessary\, all materials are provided \nLight refreshments will be served \nSpots are first come first serve; only 10 spots are available \nAlyssa loves to share her passion and has held events welcoming friends and peers to enjoy a beginner-style class of art expression. Whether it is your first time picking up a paintbrush or you have taken classes before- Alyssa’s session will be a unique experience for any level. The class will focus on finding themes and symbols in your own life to express the words and feelings we can’t always articulate. She combines her knowledge of yoga\, nursing\, and art to bring a holistic approach to the canvas. You will walk away from class with the tools and applications for welcoming more creative expression in your life. You may even feel the healing benefits of the arts. No matter what the final piece looks like- you will have fun along the way! \nAbout the Artist: \nAlyssa Saklak RN\, BSN\, CMSRN \nAlyssa has been a nurse for 6 years at Northwestern Memorial Hospital with a focus on general medicine. She started her nursing career at Millikin University in Decatur\, Illinois- where she took her first art history class while studying for her BSN. This is where Alyssa’s appreciation for the arts started and was first introduced to famous artists like Frida Kahlo\, Georgia O’Keefe\, and Pablo Picasso. She was inspired not only by the art but the story behind the paintings and artists. While never formally trained- Alyssa started exploring her ability to use art to express herself and the many facets of life as a nurse and human. Alyssa’s creations include heavy topics\, deep meanings\, and words combined with the juxtaposition of bright colors and light symbolism. In December of 2018\, Alyssa completed her 200-hour yoga teacher certification and holds free classes for the community. Her diverse background as a nurse\, educator\, yoga teacher\, and aspiring artist has been her living testament to nursing as an art and science. \nFollow on Instagram @alyssasaklak \n\n\nAccessible accommodations include a ramp entrance and elevator. If you need additional accessibility options or wheelchair seating please contact us at info@imss.org. \nPARKING AND DIRECTIONS: https://imss.org/plan-your-visit/#nav \nCOVID Guidelines: Masks are optional but recommended. \nQuestions? Contact us at info@imss.org \n\n\n\nThe International Museum of Surgical Science acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. URL:https://imss.org/program/artistic-expression-class-with-alyssa-saklak/ LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220814T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220814T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T091430 CREATED:20220726T210852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T210852Z UID:14762-1660482000-1660485600@imss.org SUMMARY:James R. Wilke Artist Talk DESCRIPTION:Artist-in-Residence James R. Wilke discusses his residency\, exhibit\, stage play and fantasy novel!\n\n\nArtist’s Talk: James R. Wilke on Pox Americana (exhibit)\, A Mercy (stage play)\, and Spiritania (fantasy novel)\nSunday\, August 14th\, 2022\, 1:00PM-2:00PM \nJoin the Museum’s Spring 2022 Artist-in-Residence\, James R. Wilke\, in the 2nd floor Hall of Murals\, for a discussion about his current capstone exhibit – Pox Americana: How Smallpox Once Plagued America & the World\, and his new stage play – A Mercy (adapted from the novel by Toni Morrison)\, and also hear an excerpt from his upcoming debut fantasy novel – Spiritania. Talk length is approximately 30 minutes followed by Q&A. \nJames R. Wilke is an accomplished writer and creative artist with multiple produced original plays and musicals under his belt\, as well as writings in national publications\, and a regional Emmy Award for Outstanding Director. He is also a certified public accountant. Read more about his exhibition here. \nFREE with the price of museum admission. For more information on tickets\, please visit: https://imss.org/plan-your-visit/#cost \n*** \nLight refreshments are included and wine will be served to guests with proof of age. Alcohol served to guests 21+\, ID required \nAccessible accommodations include a ramp entrance and elevator. If you need additional accessibility options or wheelchair seating please contact us at info@imss.org. \nParking and Directions can be found here: https://imss.org/plan-your-visit/#nav \nCOVID Guidelines: Masks are optional but recommended. \n\n\n\nJames R. Wilke with Niankre statue. \n\n\n\nAbout the Artist in Residence Program: As artistic practice occupies an increasingly pluralistic field\, The International Museum of Surgical Science believes that artists are uniquely equipped to extrapolate Museum collections in innovative ways and introduce novel perspectives to the institutional depiction of medical history. The IMSS Artist Residency Program provides working artists with: access to the Museum’s extensive collections and archive; visibility on the Museum’s website and social media channels; a month-long capstone Solo Exhibition (or equivalent presentation) at the Museum. \n\n\n\nThe International Museum of Surgical Science acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. URL:https://imss.org/program/james-r-wilke-artist-talk/ LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220805T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220805T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T091430 CREATED:20220726T210852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T210852Z UID:14760-1659722400-1659729600@imss.org SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Liminal by Rosśa Crean DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of the newest contemporary art exhibition at the IMSS\, ‘Liminal’ by Rosśa Crean\n\n\n\nJoin us for the opening reception of the newest contemporary art exhibition at the IMSS\, ‘Liminal’ by Rosśa Crean. This exhibition will be on view from August 5\, 2022\, through September 18\, 2022. \nOpening Reception: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Doors close at 8 pm. \n1524 N Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL 60610 \nLight refreshments are included and wine will be served to guests with proof of age. Alcohol served to guests 21+\, ID required \nAccessible accommodations include a ramp entrance and elevator. If you need additional accessibility options or wheelchair seating please contact us at info@imss.org. \nParking and Directions can be found here: https://imss.org/plan-your-visit/#nav \n\n\n\nSynesthesia is a perceptual phenomenon in which stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to involuntary experiences in a second sensory or cognitive pathway. In other words\, the brain of a synesthete translates one sense into another. Rosśa Crean has what is called chromesthesia (they label it trifold chromesthesia)\, where their brain translates sound into color and visual patterns\, followed by a secondary emotional response. As a composer\, their chromesthesia has been a useful tool in their musical projects. Yet chromesthesia could also be overwhelming from overstimulation due to external stimulus.\n \n \nCrean connected their musical career as a trained classical composer with the visual art of painting several years ago in their mid-career. Crean was prompted by fellow academics in music who contemplated the possibility of showing an audience what a synesthete sees when they hear certain pieces of music. Crean was already a practicing visual artist and began to portray these translations in painting.\n \n \nRosśa Crean refers to their work as “liminal abstracts\,” conducted in a transitory space between physical stimulus and emotional response. Through two series of paintings\, visitors will experience Crean’s large-scale abstract works accompanied by sound compositions. The artist takes you through two time periods in their life – the first through their initial exploration of visually representing synesthesia; and the second\, through works they created during the pandemic\, and the artist’s response to working through trauma\, grief\, anxiety disorder\, and panic attacks. Crean invites the viewer to experience the works and see what they see—color\, movement\, and artistic expression as a result of music and sound—the artist’s personal music and art therapy. \nRead more about Rosśa Crean’s work at http://www.rossacrean.com.\n \n \n\n\n\nAbout the Artist: Rosśa Crean is a Multimedia artist Rosśa Crean specializes in what they call “liminal abstract” works and “esoteric illustrations.” Crean has chromesthesia\, a type of synesthesia where the brain translates sound into colors. They consider their chromesthesia to be a tool that puts them in a liminal space between mind and body. Through their design company Shadow Play Art & Design\, their work has been part of art installations throughout the country\, and most recently became the focus of their chapbook entitled “Werifesteria: Poetry and Art by Rosśa Crean.” Crean has done development work with MoMA and has been a resident artist at Lakeside Inn in Lakeside\, MI\, Illinois State University\, and Loyola University Museum of Art. \n\n\n\nAbout the Contemporary Arts Program: The International Museum of Surgical Science supports a commitment to contemporary art and artists through exhibitions and programs that use the frame of contemporary artistic practice to examine new perspectives in medical-surgical science and our relationship to the body. The Museum’s Contemporary Arts Initiative includes rotating exhibitions of contemporary art\, as well as an ongoing Artist in Residence program. \n\n\nThe International Museum of Surgical Science acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. URL:https://imss.org/program/opening-reception-liminal-by-rossa-crean/ LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T091430 CREATED:20220726T210852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T210852Z UID:14759-1659031200-1659038400@imss.org SUMMARY:Kintsugi Memory Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community workshop highlighting the process of “kintsugi” to mend personal items.\n\n\nJoin us for a community workshop highlighting the process of “kintsugi” to mend personal items hosted by artist Mami Takahashi. \nWednesday\, July 27th 6-8 pm\n \nThursday\, July 28th 6-8 pm \n Please select your day at the “Select A Date” button. \nYou will need: Photocopies of photographs (not the originals!)\, handwriting\, letters\, fabrics\, or any other flat objects that recall someone special. \nWe will provide: Japanese papers\, thread\, gold leaf\, glue \n \nProgram Description:\nThe Japanese Arts Foundation in partnership with the International Museum of Surgical Science is excited to announce an upcoming exhibition held at the museum\, “Kintsugi: Healing through Japanese Art” by multidisciplinary artist Mami Takahashi\, curated by Saira Chambers. This exhibition draws upon the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi\, or gold repair\, that has been practiced to repair ceramics throughout Japanese history. As gold is used to repair broken ceramics\, highlighting the break rather than erasing it\, we reflect on how this translates to the human process of overcoming trauma and loss\, particularly in our shared moment of the COVID-19 pandemic. The practice of kintsugi emphasizes that it is the break or trauma\, that makes the ceramic more valuable and treasured. With this in mind\, we see a correlation between our own humanity and our shared healing process. Ahead of the exhibition’s launch at the end of September of this year\, we invite our greater community to join us in this process of healing. \n \nWorkshop Description:\nThe IMSS and JAF will be hosting a series of “Kintsugi Memory” workshops throughout the city led by JAF resident artist Mami Takahashi. Rather than pieces of ceramics\, we ask participants to bring in tangible memories of someone or something lost. These objects will then be ‘mended’ using a kintsugi method\, among community members who can share the healing process together. Participants only need to bring photographs\, handwriting\, letters\, fabrics\, or any other flat objects that recall someone special. Please bring photocopied items so as to not alter your original materials. \nThroughout this workshop\, you will mend these objects with other textiles and gold to create your own “Kintsugi Memory”. With each participant’s permission\, we would like to feature each of your works in the upcoming fall exhibition for the greater community to experience. However\, you have no obligation to lend us your finished work as this is for you! These workshops are meant as a space to heal and process. We acknowledge the array of experiences each of you may bring and hope to support each other through this artistic practice as a community. \nIn conjunction with these workshops\, we will also be announcing public “kintsugi” installations throughout the city which you can partake in as well. These installations will “repair” broken concrete\, sidewalks\, and public spaces with gold. Please follow the IMSS and JAF for more details as they are announced. \n \nImportant Information:\n– This event will be photographed and attendees will need to sign a photo release. We plan to create a documentary to share as part of the exhibition that would feature the work we do together as a community. However\, you are under no obligation to be included! If you would like to be left out of photos and or video\, please let us know when you register \n– If cost is prohibitive to your participation\, please email lindsey@imss to discuss. \n__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nThis event is open to all ages. \nParking and Directions can be found here: https://imss.org/plan-your-visit/#nav \nAn elevator and wheelchair-accessible entrance are available. \nCOVID Guidelines: Masks are optional but recommended. \nQuestions? Contact us at info@imss.org \n\n\n\n\nThe International Museum of Surgical Science acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. URL:https://imss.org/program/kintsugi-memory-workshop-2/ LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220727T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220727T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T091430 CREATED:20220726T210852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T210852Z UID:14756-1658944800-1658952000@imss.org SUMMARY:Kintsugi Memory Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community workshop highlighting the process of “kintsugi” to mend personal items.\n\n\nJoin us for a community workshop highlighting the process of “kintsugi” to mend personal items hosted by artist Mami Takahashi. \nWednesday\, July 27th 6-8 pm\n \nThursday\, July 28th 6-8 pm \n Please select your day at the “Select A Date” button. \nYou will need: Photocopies of photographs (not the originals!)\, handwriting\, letters\, fabrics\, or any other flat objects that recall someone special. \nWe will provide: Japanese papers\, thread\, gold leaf\, glue \n \nProgram Description:\nThe Japanese Arts Foundation in partnership with the International Museum of Surgical Science is excited to announce an upcoming exhibition held at the museum\, “Kintsugi: Healing through Japanese Art” by multidisciplinary artist Mami Takahashi\, curated by Saira Chambers. This exhibition draws upon the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi\, or gold repair\, that has been practiced to repair ceramics throughout Japanese history. As gold is used to repair broken ceramics\, highlighting the break rather than erasing it\, we reflect on how this translates to the human process of overcoming trauma and loss\, particularly in our shared moment of the COVID-19 pandemic. The practice of kintsugi emphasizes that it is the break or trauma\, that makes the ceramic more valuable and treasured. With this in mind\, we see a correlation between our own humanity and our shared healing process. Ahead of the exhibition’s launch at the end of September of this year\, we invite our greater community to join us in this process of healing. \n \nWorkshop Description:\nThe IMSS and JAF will be hosting a series of “Kintsugi Memory” workshops throughout the city led by JAF resident artist Mami Takahashi. Rather than pieces of ceramics\, we ask participants to bring in tangible memories of someone or something lost. These objects will then be ‘mended’ using a kintsugi method\, among community members who can share the healing process together. Participants only need to bring photographs\, handwriting\, letters\, fabrics\, or any other flat objects that recall someone special. Please bring photocopied items so as to not alter your original materials. \nThroughout this workshop\, you will mend these objects with other textiles and gold to create your own “Kintsugi Memory”. With each participant’s permission\, we would like to feature each of your works in the upcoming fall exhibition for the greater community to experience. However\, you have no obligation to lend us your finished work as this is for you! These workshops are meant as a space to heal and process. We acknowledge the array of experiences each of you may bring and hope to support each other through this artistic practice as a community. \nIn conjunction with these workshops\, we will also be announcing public “kintsugi” installations throughout the city which you can partake in as well. These installations will “repair” broken concrete\, sidewalks\, and public spaces with gold. Please follow the IMSS and JAF for more details as they are announced. \n \nImportant Information:\n– This event will be photographed and attendees will need to sign a photo release. We plan to create a documentary to share as part of the exhibition that would feature the work we do together as a community. However\, you are under no obligation to be included! If you would like to be left out of photos and or video\, please let us know when you register \n– If cost is prohibitive to your participation\, please email lindsey@imss to discuss. \n__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nThis event is open to all ages. \nParking and Directions can be found here: https://imss.org/plan-your-visit/#nav \nAn elevator and wheelchair-accessible entrance are available. \nCOVID Guidelines: Masks are optional but recommended. \nQuestions? Contact us at info@imss.org \n\n\n\n\nThe International Museum of Surgical Science acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. URL:https://imss.org/program/kintsugi-memory-workshop/ LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR