Lunch and Learn with Trash Weaver, Kelsey Merreck Wagner

Join us for a fascinating afternoon of upcycled weaving with artist Kelsey Merreck Wagner

At this lunch-and-learn (see details below to order lunch), Kelsey will discuss her creative process, community engagement, and the sustainable message behind her work.  She will also share about her recent exhibits and residencies in Thailand and Malaysia, as well as two co-curated projects she worked on as part of her Ph.D. dissertation.  She will also bring examples of her work to share and a rigid heddle loom for a brief demonstration of her practice.

Wagner is always on the lookout for recycled materials: if you have plastic bags, wires, or old clothes, please bring them to the lunch-and-learn!

About the Artist:

Kelsey Merreck Wagner is a textile artist, visual anthropologist, and environmental activist who recently relocated to Winston-Salem and joined AAWS.  She makes weavings entirely from recycled materials she collects through community contributions and ecological clean-ups, incorporating post-consumer waste such as plastic bags, technology cords, product wrappers and packaging, old clothes, housewares, holiday decorations, and more into the weft of her textiles.

To Pre-Order Lunch:

1. If you want to pre-order lunch from TJs, select it during registration to pay in advance.  
2. View the Menu on the website. **NOTE: To keep orders manageable, please only order from the Sandwiches, Wraps, or Salads sections** 
3. When you know what you want, please send your order details to Sharon Eng at sharon@associatedartists.org. Orders must be received by Friday, Jan. 23.  

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