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My Paper World with Lauren Pearlman Sugita
Thursday, June 12
6 - 7pm
Free, or suggested $10 donation
Let's talk about PAPER! We'll discuss papers for printmaking, book arts, cyanotypes, and more. After the presentation and Q&A, select papers will be available for purchase.
About the Speaker: Lauren Pearlman Sugita has been a paper researcher, provider and educator for about 35 years. In 1995, Lauren founded Paper Connection International, LLC, a Providence-based importer and distributor of specialty (mainly Eastern) art papers. Paper Connection has grown to one of the largest fine art paper resources in North America- stocking mainly papers made from sustainable fibers made by traditional craftspeople.
In addition to helping artists find paper for their work, writing and lecturing about paper and facilitating handmade paper events, in 2023, Lauren realized a long-time dream of opening a paper, fiber and book arts educational space called the Art Annex, in Pawtucket, RI. The Art Annex provides community access to professional equipment, and most importantly access to space for collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Through these two organizations, Lauren remains committed to ensure the art of handmade paper is preserved for future generations. This vast endeavor is accomplished through supporting the remaining papermakers throughout the globe, communicating their diverse histories and cultures, and educating the community via lectures, discussion panels, and hands-on workshops.