Spinning Threads of Knowledge
Yarn, spindle and fluff – do any of these words sound familiar to you? They are all connected to the process of spinning yarn, which sees fibre transformed into a continuous thread. First Nations people use yarn for practical purposes such as for making rope, and line for fishing, and for children’s games similar to cat’s cradle.
Inspired by the exhibition Seeing Sydney, Knowing Country, Gumbaynggirr textile artist Sancia Ridgeway will teach you how to spin yarn using simple techniques. The yarn will then be turned into a collaborative artwork inspired by the beauty of songlines. Songlines are pathways of knowledge used by First Nations people to link sites and share stories of the land and sky.
Join Sancia for a fun and informative workshop where you will learn about the importance of these knowledge systems while getting creative and having fun.
- No experience is necessary, all materials provided.
- Suitable for ages 8+
- Parents and carers will need to remain with participants for the duration of the workshop.
About Sanica Ridgeway
Sancia Ridgeway is a Gumbaynggirr woman based on Gadigal land, Sydney. A freelance graphic designer and fibre artist, her work is story-driven and she enjoys working with community using her skills to uplift and empower the voices of minoritised people to create meaningful designs.
Sancia’s interdisciplinary practice focuses on colour, texture and materiality creating patterns and illustrations that are both hand-generated and digital. She has been commissioned to create fibre art pieces and sells her own garments. Central to her practice is a sustainable and resourceful approach to making.
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Seeing Sydney, Knowing Country
This exhibition depicts the development of the NSW colony through a selection of historical maps, plans, sketches, artworks and objects
Thursday 17 April
Museum of Sydney
Corner Phillip and Bridge streets, Sydney NSW 2000- Cafe
- Wheelchair accessible
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Workshop
Weaving the Colours of Country
Join us for a creative, hands-on workshop with Gumbaynggirr textile artist Sancia Ridgeway inspired by the exhibition Seeing Sydney, Knowing Country
Thursday 17 April 11am–12pm