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Jewish Papercutting
01/27/2022 @ 01/27/2022 - 01/27/2022 UTC-4
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Papercutting is an ancient art form with original papercuts dating back to the 6th century in China. Since that time, artisans have used paper, scissors and knives to create objects both ornamental and functional. Perhaps you made a snowflake in grade school or have seen silhouettes. These are forms of papercutting. The earliest known reference to Jewish papercutting is 1345. There is currently a renaissance of Jewish papercutting. This workshop is perfect for those comfortable with art as well as the novice. The hamsa, or hamsa hand, is a talisman from the ancient Middle East. In its most common form, the amulet is shaped like a hand with three extended fingers in the middle and a curved thumb or pinky finger on either side. It is thought to protect against the “evil eye.” This is a one-time, online class, offered on Thursday, January 27 from 10AM-12PM. Locally, students can pick up a supply kit for $10 from instructor Mindy Shapiro or get their own supplies.
Supplies needed: cutting mat or mat board 5×7 or bigger, hobby knife with #11 blade, a few pieces of color copy paper, glue stick.
For GJC members, registration is $36. For non-members, registration is $54. As a courtesy to our highest level donors (Nediv Lev*), registration fees are waived for all Koleinu Beit Midrash classes. Scholarships are available for GJC members.
Register at https://germantownjewishcentre.org/papercutting/.
* Nediv Lev donors who wish to attend Virtual Art Beit Midrash should contact Rebecca Paquet.
Mindy Shapiro is a Jewish papercutting, Zentangle® and book artist whose groundbreaking creativity, intricate designs and use of color distinguish her as an artist. She last taught this class at GJC in 2009 and is excited to offer it again.