Creative Escape: Layered Histories
Join collage artist Kara Mshinda for an inspiring evening of artistic exploration as we delve into the powerful works of Jerrell Gibbs: No Solace in the Shade. This hands-on collage workshop invites participants to engage with Gibbs' art through multiple layers of creativity and discovery.
Participants will first immerse themselves in the exhibition, capturing inspiration through instant film photography. Using these personal photographs alongside curated found images, you'll craft a unique collage that reflects your own artistic vision and response to the exhibition's themes. You are also welcome to bring your own photographs to include in your artwork! All materials will be provided, and no experience is necessary. Light snacks will be available and BYOB is encouraged.
The museum galleries will open at 5:30. At 6:00 pm there will be a brief art discussion in one of our galleries for inspiration, followed by the workshop beginning at 6:15 pm.
Teaching Artist Bio:
Kara Mshinda (she/her) is a visual anthropologist, practicing artist, and educator with over ten years of experience in community arts education. She holds a Master of Arts in Anthropology from Temple University, where she currently serves as Adjunct Assistant Professor teaching "Race, Identity, and Experience in American Art."
Mshinda is Network Co-Director of Tiger Strikes Asteroid Philadelphia and Principal Collaborator at GrioXArts at Cherry Street Pier, where she focuses on process-based art education and community building. From 2021-2025, she served as Fellowship Director at Da Vinci Art Alliance. Her workshops have been featured at institutions including the University of Pennsylvania, Museum of the American Revolution, and Please Touch Museum. As a practicing artist, her work exploring themes of identity and cultural heritage has been exhibited widely throughout Philadelphia and beyond.