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Return to Earth: Making Jewelry with Plant Nation - Nicky Buck and Bitsy Joy

  • Red Wing Arts 418 Levee Street Red Wing, MN 55066 (map)

Embrace the unique opportunity to deepen your connection with nature and community through an enriching two-hour plant walk and crafting session. This immersive experience, set against the breathtaking backdrop of He Mni Can, is designed to foster meaningful connections with the land and fellow participants. Under the guidance of skilled teaching artists, Bitsy Joy and Nicky Buck, you will explore the natural beauty of the area, capturing the essence of plants and naturescapes through the creation of clay impressions. These impressions will be transformed into exquisite small pendants and other jewelry pieces, allowing you to carry a piece of the natural world with you.

The session is open to participants of all ages, making it a perfect family-friendly activity or a way to meet like-minded individuals who share an appreciation for art and nature.

Sunday April 21: 10am-12pm

Teaching artist: Bitsy Joy and Nicky Buck

Level: All Ages

Class size: 20

Participation fee: $45

Materials fee: $5

About the Instructors: Nicky Buck is Bdewakantuwan Dakota from Tinta Wita/ Prairie Island. She is a traditional plant knowledge keeper and land defender. Bitsy Joy (she/they/joy) is a clay artist and embodiment facilitator.