Artist Member Night with Risa Iwasaki Culbertson

Connect and find inspiration! Mingle with fellow artists and members for an evening of artist-led workshops inspired by the museum’s collections and exhibitions.

Join us for an evening of artmaking with local artist Risa Iwasaki Culbertson. We’ll take inspiration from Ha Chong-Hyun: Retrospective as we explore materials, tools, and visual expressions in monochrome. Referencing both Ha’s early works from the 1970s Dansaekhwa (monochrome painting) movement and his inventive techniques honed over his 60+ year career, you’re invited to experiment with texture, pressure, and non-traditional tools to create your own piece of art.

Materials are provided. Members are encouraged to bring their own added materials and supplies to enhance their project. Please consider the limited dry-time available when choosing your materials.

Important: Please do not bring the following items to the museum: plant/botanical material, feathers, fur, glitter, sand, aerosols, or permanent markers and spray paint. For a reference list of museum policies, please visit our website.

About the Artist

Risa Iwasaki Culbertson is a multidisciplinary artist based in San Francisco with a focus on fiber arts, illustrating, and storytelling. Biracial and born in Japan, she grew up creating art as a way to bridge the gap between her two worlds. Inspired by the healing and connective power of humor and play, she creates her wacky, whimsical, and colorful work as a way to process deep emotions in grief and joy while creating places of belonging and staying connected to those we love.

Members at all levels are invited to attend. Need help registering? Email [email protected].