TO: You wonderful people that continue to support my world of paper and fiber arts FROM: Lauren Pearlman Sugita For me, 2023 was all about E X P A N S I O N! Only about 1/2 a year ago, a lovely, large studio space was found and a new partnership … [Read more...]
Hand Papermaking in RI
During 89 yrs young Ayako Yoshizumi's tough schedule of teaching, lecturing and doing demonstrations while visiting lil' ol'Rhode Island , (please read previous blog post), I was so grateful to have several incredibly hard-working volunteers … [Read more...]
Curating WITH PAPER
I recently curated a gallery group exhibit gallery at Pawtucket Arts Collaborative. Show Title: WITH PAPER, A PAC Gallery Pop-up, showcased works by Bayda Asbridge, Suzi Ballenger, Justine Chang, and myself, Lauren Pearlman Sugita. All 4 … [Read more...]
Multimedia Artist – Elisa Lanzi
Let's jump in and let Elisa take you on her journey: How would you define your artwork, technique, and paper application? I consider myself a multimedia artist working at the intersection of printmaking, papermaking, and collage. And … [Read more...]
Starting a Creative Collective
Imagine a world in which we share our gifts. When resources are scarce, we can pull ourselves inward. Like the folk story, Stone Soup, where the villagers did not want to offer their food to strangers simply because they were strangers. They wanted … [Read more...]