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SUMMARY:Voices in Stone\, by Anping Liu
DESCRIPTION:VOICES IN STONE\nVoices in Stone features hand-carved stone seals inspired by both Eastern and Western cultures. Through seal impressions and related artwork\, the exhibition highlights the beauty of Chinese seal carving\, an art form with a history of more than two thousand years. \nOpening Reception\, September 18\, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nOn view during gallery hours\, Mon-Sat 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM\, Sun 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n \nAbout the Artist\nDr. Anping Liu was born into a family in China that valued traditional culture. From a young age\, he showed a strong interest in art\, often reading and drawing at home. \nIn 1985\, Anping came to the United States as a graduate student. After earning a Ph.D. in economics\, he moved to New York State and worked in state government for many years. After his children grew up and left home\, he returned to his artistic passions\, studying Chinese painting\, calligraphy\, and poetry under the guidance of a longtime friend\, Professor Lefu Gu\, an accomplished painter and visiting professor at Union College and College of Saint Rose. \nOver the past decade\, Dr. Liu has immersed himself in the four pillars of Chinese literati art: painting\, poetry\, calligraphy\, and seal carving. He has carved around 50 traditional seals\, some of which are included in his work samples. \nAn active member of the Chinese Community Center (CCC)\, Dr. Liu volunteers to create and display Chinese paintings and calligraphy during major festivals and visits local public schools to demonstrate Chinese art. He has taught painting to both children and adults. \nArtist Statement\nVoices in Stone: A Journey of Seals Across Cultures brings the traditional Chinese art of stone seal carving into a modern\, multicultural context. The project will feature twenty hand-carved seals that blend Eastern technique with Western meaning\, using words and phrases drawn from poetry\, philosophy\, scripture\, and names familiar to American audiences. \nBy combining meaningful Western texts with the aesthetics of Chinese seal carving\, the project creates a quiet dialogue across cultures\, inviting viewers to reflect on shared values and the beauty of cross-cultural expression. \nMy artistic practice—rooted in poetry\, calligraphy\, seal carving\, and painting—reflects a deep engagement with the four traditional Chinese literati arts. For centuries\, scholars practiced these disciplines to cultivate their character\, preserve heritage\, and express their ideals through a unified and personal artistic path. When practiced together\, these arts realize the full spirit of the literati tradition. \nMy fascination with seals began in elementary school when I saw my elder brother’s stamp on his books and wanted one of my own. I found a small stone monkey whistle and asked him to help have my name carved into it. This multifunctional piece—with its vivid form and delicate engraving—remains one of my treasures to this day. \nYears later\, that seal inspired me to learn seal carving. I started with online lessons and practiced by copying its inscription onto a discarded stone. At first\, carving was difficult\, but better tools and tutorials helped me improve. I also learned from fellow artists in a WeChat group and used modern aids like magnifiers and high-resolution images. Over time\, I was able to reproduce seals and share them with friends. \nAs I shared my work\, I began receiving requests for personalized seals. I customized each one to suit its owner’s personality and purpose. To deepen my skills\, I studied various historical styles\, such as the boldness of Qin and Han dynasty seals and the refinement of Qing literati works. I copied masterpieces\, studied their knife techniques and compositions\, and created more of my own designs. \nAs I approach the 40th anniversary of my arrival in this country\, I thought of marking the milestone with this seal carving project. Seal carving condenses the beauty of Chinese characters\, the precision of craftsmanship\, and the spirit of literati culture. It is a powerful means of understanding Chinese tradition. Yet it can also be reinterpreted through local materials and infused with Western ideas and values\, reflecting the place and culture where I have spent most of my life. Through this beloved art form\, I hope to express the cultural richness that has shaped me and continues to inspire my work. \nHours and Location\nThe exhibit can viewed whenever the New York Folklore Shop and Gallery are open. \nNew York Folklore is located at 129 Jay Street\, Schenectady\, on the Jay Street Marketplace pedestrian mall. \nThe gallery is fully wheelchair accessible with a foldout ramp. \nThe gallery is open Monday through Saturday\, 10AM to 4PM\, and Sundays 10AM to 2PM. \nPlease call 518-346-7008\, email at info@nyfolklore.org for additional information. \nParking in downtown Schenectady is free on weekends and after six. Paid street and lot parking is available other times.
URL:https://nyfolklore.org/event/voicesinstone/
LOCATION:New York Folklore Shop & Gallery\, 129 Jay Street\, Schenectady\, 12305
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Ancestral: Altar Foundations & Creating Sacred Ground
DESCRIPTION:Join Kristin and Rosa for a shared exploration of ancestral veneration\, spiritual traditions\, and the creation of sacred space. Drawing from their diverse cultural and spiritual backgrounds\, including Ifá and the West African Yoruba tradition\, Paganism\, the 21 Divisions and its Caribbean spiritual expressions\, Kemetic philosophy\, and Italian ancestral heritage\, Kristin and Rosa will offer perspectives\, practices\, and teachings that serve as a starting point for your own ancestral journey. \nTogether\, we will explore the significance of honoring those who came before us\, the role of ancestral altars in spiritual practice\, and the ways we can cultivate meaningful relationships with our ancestors. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own lineages\, cultural connections\, and spiritual curiosities while learning foundational approaches to creating and tending an ancestral altar. \nThis gathering is an invitation to deepen your understanding of ancestral veneration\, reconnect with your roots\, and begin creating a sacred space that reflects your own heritage\, beliefs\, and relationship with the ancestors. \n*Please bring any photos\, cloths\, or items that you may want to use in your personal altar practice\, to begin brainstorming and working with and also an item for the collective altar as well (this will be something you are okay with leaving). In the interest of space\, please keep the items small.* \n\nSpace is limited\, please register online at tinyurl.com/ancestral-altar
URL:https://nyfolklore.org/event/ancestral-altar-foundations-creating-sacred-ground/
LOCATION:New York Folklore Shop & Gallery\, 129 Jay Street\, Schenectady\, 12305
CATEGORIES:Hands-on Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Threads of Identity: The Lemko Gorset
DESCRIPTION:Threads of Identity: The Lemko Gorset\nThreads of Identity: The Lemko Gorset opens Friday\, November 20! Pop in the gallery between 5pm to 8pm for a celebration of Ukrainian textile arts featuring Ukrainian food\, jewelry\, embroidery\, and the unveiling of artist Lesia Shuldak’s gorset\, a richly decorated traditional Lemko garment. Through her intricate embroidery and beadwork\, Shuldak seeks to preserve ancestral techniques and celebrate the cultural heritage of the Lemko people who were some of the earliest Ukrainian refugees to settle in New York State.  \nOpening Celebration: November 20\, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nUkrainian Stamping Activity: December 18\, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nOn view during gallery hours\, Mon-Sat 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM\, Sun 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n \nAbout the Artist\nLesia Shuldak (Kowyk) \nBorn and raised in Ukraine\, she moved to the United States in 2016. An entrepreneur\, Ukrainian language instructor\, solo hiker\, avid reader\, and volunteer with 518 Ukrainians\, she has a lifelong passion passed down through generations of women in her family: embroidery. \nShe loves creating beautiful\, unique clothing and home décor inspired by the traditions of specific ethnic groups and regions of Ukraine. Learning new embroidery techniques and stitches excites and inspires her\, allowing her to explore the artistry and cultural significance of traditional craftsmanship. \nSince Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2014 and the full-scale war in 2022\, her interest in preserving Ukrainian culture has grown even stronger. As she learned more about the Ukrainian-American diaspora in the Capital Region of New York\, her passion for exploring her Lemko heritage on her father’s side deepened. She discovered that information about Lemko culture is scattered across various sources\, with particularly limited resources available in English. \nDriven by a desire to reconnect with her roots and preserve her ancestral traditions\, she is passionate about researching Lemko culture and creating unique garments inspired by this regional heritage. Through her work\, she hopes to help ensure that these traditions are passed on to future generations while contributing to the rich cultural diversity of the United States. \nArtist Statement\nExploring the beauty of traditional Lemko embroidery through the creation of a traditional vest\, or gorset\, preserving ancestral techniques and passing Ukrainian folk art on to future generations. \nThe project explores the beauty of traditional Lemko embroidery through the creation of a traditional vest\, or gorset\, adorned with intricate stitches and decorative beads. It celebrates the cultural heritage of the Lemko people\, who were among the earliest Ukrainian refugee communities to settle in New York State. By preserving ancestral embroidery techniques and traditional craftsmanship\, this project honors the resilience\, regional identity\, and artistic legacy of the Lemko community as part of Ukraine’s rich cultural heritage. It also explores ways to incorporate traditional ethnic elements into contemporary everyday fashion\, helping keep Ukrainian folk art alive and relevant for future generations. \nHours and Location\nThe exhibit can viewed whenever the New York Folklore Shop and Gallery are open. \nNew York Folklore is located at 129 Jay Street\, Schenectady\, on the Jay Street Marketplace pedestrian mall. \nThe gallery is fully wheelchair accessible with a foldout ramp. \nThe gallery is open Monday through Saturday\, 10AM to 4PM\, and Sundays 10AM to 2PM. \nPlease call 518-346-7008\, email at info@nyfolklore.org for additional information. \nParking in downtown Schenectady is free on weekends and after six. Paid street and lot parking is available other times.
URL:https://nyfolklore.org/event/threadsofidentity/
LOCATION:New York Folklore Shop & Gallery\, 129 Jay Street\, Schenectady\, 12305
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Ukrainian Stamping Activity at Art Night
DESCRIPTION:Join Threads of Identity: The Lemko Gorset artist Lesia Shuldak for a free Ukrainian stamping activity! Shuldak will show how to print with traditional Ukrainian stamps. Stop in the gallery for holiday shopping and a fun craft!
URL:https://nyfolklore.org/event/ukrainian-stamping-activity-at-art-night/
LOCATION:New York Folklore Shop & Gallery\, 129 Jay Street\, Schenectady\, 12305
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