Paper Marbling with Alize Zorlutuna

Age: All ages

Dat: Saturday May 18

Time: 1 - 4 PM

Cost: M $40 and NM $45

Instructor: Alize Zorlutuna

Drawing upon the Anatolian marbling tradition of Ebru, artist Alize Zorlutuna will guide workshop participants in the basics of marbling. Participants will learn foundational techniques and patterns of traditional marbling using contemporary, accessible materials for paper and fabric. This workshop is appropriate for all ages; participants ages 12 and under should be accompanied by an adult. All materials will be provided.

When attending any of our public programs please consider bringing non-perishable food and hygiene products to donate to the Burlington Food Bank. Like so many communities, Burlington has seen an alarming 20% increase in the need for assistance with groceries over the last year. We are collecting community contributions to support the food bank’s efforts in meeting the growing demand for food security.

About the Instructor:

Alize Zorlutuna is a queer transdisciplinary artist, writer, and educator whose work explores relationships to land, culture, and the more-than-human, while thinking through history, ancestral wisdom, and healing. Having moved between Tkarón:to and Anatolia (present-day Turkey) both physically and culturally throughout their life has informed Alize’s practice—making them attentive to spaces of encounter. Alize has presented their work in galleries and artist-run centers across Turtle Island, including Agnes Etherington Art Centre, Plug In ICA, InterAccess, VIVO Media Arts Centre, Mercer Union Centre For Contemporary Art, Doris McCarthy Gallery, The Next Contemporary, Gallery TPW, Varley Art Gallery, XPACE, Audain Art Museum, Stride Gallery, and Access Gallery, as well as internationally at The New School: Parsons (NY), Mind Art core (Chicago) and Club Cultural Matienzo (Argentina).

COVID-19 HEALTH AND SAFETY: Please review the AGB's COVID-19 safety guidelines on our website before attending your first class. We ask that all visitors self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms before arrival. If you are experiencing any symptoms, please do not come to class.

ATTIRE: Your clothing will get messy from the materials and media utilized in your class so please dress appropriately or bring an apron. Also, closed-toe shoes are mandatory.

ALLERGIES OR SPECIAL NEEDS? Important - Notify us on your registration if the student has an allergy, health concerns, or a learning exception that could impact participation in the class. We would like to remind you that we are a nut-free facility.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Art Gallery of Burlington, 1333 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington, Canada