Presented in connection with the upcoming KCC exhibition <Whispers of the Forest>

The Korean Cultural Centre Canada is pleased to host a special art workshop titled ‘Nature in Fabric Scraps’ with artist UM A LONG on Saturday, July 12 at 10:00 AM. This workshop invites participants of all ages to create a nature-themed garland using discarded pieces of fabric.

Through hands-on creativity and simple materials, participants will explore how everyday waste can be transformed into something beautiful—an approach that echoes the themes of the upcoming exhibition Whispers of the Forest.

* Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00–11:30 AM (ET)

* Venue: Korean Cultural Centre Canada (150 Elgin St #101, Ottawa, ON K2P 1L4) 

* Registration: https://forms.gle/MfLwzLdq8LLkWcXQ7 

* Free admission.

* Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

* Open to all ages. However, the workshop is best suited for participants ages 10 and up.

* Children under 10 must be accompanied by a guardian.

* Pre-registration is required for all participants.

About the Artist: UM A LONG

Artist UM A LONG grew up in a city and witnessed rapid redevelopment throughout his childhood. These experiences deeply influenced his creative practice, shaping both the materials and themes of his work. His artistic process often begins with collecting discarded objects from urban environments and transforming them into installations that reflect on memory, movement, loss, and regeneration. UM’s work highlights the overlooked or abandoned, encouraging viewers to consider new possibilities for what we throw away.

http://umalong.com/