“We are thrilled to offer the community a chance to learn from a working artist and experience weaving in this intimate setting,” said DAI Director and CEO Michael Roediger. “We are excited to experience and display the work Tommy creates with the Dayton community.”
Ballard is behind an interactive textile and weaving art project called “The Pattern Project.” Gallery attendees can work hands-on with the project by weaving on large looms set up at the gallery. The project is expected to deliver several community-collaborated tapestries through multiple weaving sessions. Ballard will also teach participants the artistry behind dyeing yarn and creating with hand-dyed yarns using the Ikat weaving technique, inspired by patterns, colors and textile from all over the world.
Following the community textile workshops with Ballard, the tapestries will be on display at the DAI from May 10 through May 21. A lecture hosted by Ballard will be held May 14 at 3 p.m. and is open to the public and included in the museum admission.
HOW TO GO
What: Textile workshops with Yeck Artist in Residence Tommy Ballard
When: Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. through May 7
Where: Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N., Dayton
More information: Visit https://www.daytonartinstitute.org/.
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