Inspired by Troutbeck's history as a meeting place for artists and naturalists, New York-based artists Susan Cianciolo and Kiva Motnyk will lead a workshop on experimental textiles techniques. The workshop also celebrates the opening of Motnyk's solo exhibition at Troutbeck, in collaboration with Object & Thing, and workshop participants will have an opportunity to preview the exhibition before the evening opening.

The workshop will begin with a short mediation and include hands-on exploration of tapestry and quilting, along with a demonstration of plant-based dyes gathered from the estate. Each participant will create a small mixed-media work to bring home. All materials will be provided including plants and repurposed textiles. The artists also encourage participants to bring their own meaningful materials to work into their pieces. Tea and homemade cookies will be served.

If you plan to join us for a meal before or after the workshop, please make a reservation.