Art on Purpose: Current and Past Projects
Kitchen Stories
Oct 1, 2008 - Jun 1, 2009
Contact:
Peter Bruun
Related Events
June 20 -
Kitchen Stories Opening Reception at The Library
June 26 -
In Celebration of Strength: Fundraiser for Advocates for Survivors of Torture and Trauma
June 27 -
Gallery Talk with Resident Artist Julie Lin
July 11 -
Gallery Talk with Resident Artist Julie Lin
July 18 -
Gallery Talk with Resident Artist Julie Lin
Julie Lin, Art on Purpose's 2008-2009 Resident Community Artist, has held a series of workshops at Adelante Familia, Advocates for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (ASTT), Baltimore City Community College's Refugee Assistance Program (RAP), and International Rescue Committee (IRC). The art created by Lin and those she has worked with go on exhibition at The Library Project.
Sponsored by the Suzanne F. Cohen Opportunity Fund, with additional support from the William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund.
Location
The Library Project
1401 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Art
Collage, drawings, and shared recipes and anecdotes about home, family, and favorite recipes by clients of Adelante Familia, ASTT, RAP, and IRC. Also, four mixed media works by 2008-2009 Resident Community Artist Julie Lin.
Purpose
To explore issues of identity and assimilation among recent immigrants to this country, honoring the challenges and triumphs they have experienced, and giving voice to their stories.
John Shields, chef and owner of Gertrude's restaurant, answers questions about American cooking during a field trip involving ASTT workshop participants.
