First workshop: Saturday, March 7th, 1-3PM | Second workshop: Saturday, March 14th, 1-3PM
Join fish skin tanner and beadwork artist Kesha Braunskill for this two-part hands-on workshop to learn the Indigenous cultural practice of fish skin tanning–process of turning fish skin into fish leather. Explore the traditional and modern uses for animal skin textiles, and then, try your hand at cleaning, preparing, tanning, and stretching your own piece of leather! Registration for this workshop includes two sessions that take place on consecutive Saturday afternoons. Materials fee and admission to GFS are included.
Instructor: Kesha Braunskill is a black and indigenous (Lenape) beadwork artist and traditional craftsperson passionate about preserving Indigenous knowledge, including fish skin tanning and beadwork techniques. Committed to sharing these ancestral skills, Kesha creates meaningful pieces that honor cultural heritage and encourage community learning. As an educator, Kesha aims to inspire others to connect with their cultural traditions and sustain these important practices for future generations.
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