Ceci est un event archivé de la Fête de la Culture 2025.
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Phulkari Embroidery Exhibit
En personne
Musée Arts de la fibre et du textile Auto-guidée Arts visuels Sculpture et Installation ConceptionDate et heure
Lieu
Halton Hills Public Library and Cultural Centre
9 Church Street
Georgetown, ON
Accès
Gratuit.
Offert en Anglais.
Accessible en chaise roulante, a des toillettes neutres, offre un sous-titrage, et est une performance détendue.
À propos
Located in the Upper Sisnett Lobby, artist Rafia Shafiq explores the intricate relationship between language, identity, and traditional craft in Pakistan, highlighting the cultural erosion caused by terrorism and linguistic marginalization. Through the lens of Phulkari embroidery from Swat, the artist reflects on how violence has disrupted generational knowledge and silenced centuries-old narratives woven into textiles. The work pays tribute to the children lost in the Army Public School attack, using craft as a medium of mourning and remembrance. Each piece is a testament to resilience, memory, and the enduring power of tradition in the face of loss.
Organisateur
Rafia Shafiq
An Oakville-based artist dedicated to promoting the intricate art of phulkari embroidery has successfully built her business, Dhaga Art, in Canada. Specializing in the revival of phulkari, she actively conducts workshops across the Greater Toronto Area, collaborating with various institutions such as museums, colleges, universities, textile studios, and art galleries. Rafia has collaborated with the Town of Oakville, earning recognition as the selected artist for their community spirit awards. Renowned for her unique custom embroidered hoops, she has carved a niche in the North American market by crafting one-of-a-kind products.