This weaving workshop is open to women who are interested in learning about Yolngu culture from workshop leaders who are passing on their traditional skills and knowledge to future generations; “it is, as it always has been.” 

 

Weaving is used as a means of cultural exchange and will enable participants to witness and learn the entire process of weaving; from the collection of barks and pandanus and ‘kala’ (natural dyes), to the preparation of the bark, to the actual weaving and creation of pieces. Through sharing their days with local women participants will experience the extraordinary way of life in a homelands community and in doing so, support this Indigenous community enterprise.

 

Following the considerable interest in, and the success of, the Mäpuru trip in July 2010, CERES Global is currently planning a second and possibly third trip during April – July 2011. We invite expressions of interest to be emailed to ceresglobal@ceres.org.au.

If you’re interested in learning more about CERES Global Weaving Workshops we warmly welcome you to attend an evening of storytelling, fire-side chats and an exhibition of images and woven sculptures created in the Yol?u homelands of Mäpuru. This is a great opportunity to hear past trip participants talk about their experiences, ask questions and see some of the amazing artwork created during weaving workshops.

Saturday 28 August
6 – 9 pm
CERES Education Center

Entry by gold coin donation. Proceeds go towards community projects in Mäpuru. Drinks at bar prices, finger food provided.

Please RSVP to Vanessa at ceresglobal@ceres.org.au

For additional information on the Arnhem Weavers, visit:  www.arnhemweavers.com.au/tours-info.htm

For more information contact ceresglobal@ceres.org.au or 03 9387 2609