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Studio Art: Couture Crowns Inspired by Dior (2/12/22)

Examine cutting-edge hat designs in this studio art class, led by textile artists Ọmọlará Williams McCallister and Maya Valladares.

Cathy Mather, Community Contributor
Christian Dior (French, 1905–1957). Bar suit, afternoon ensemble with an ecru natural shantung jacket and black pleated wool crepe skirt. Haute Couture Spring–Summer 1947, Corolle line.
Christian Dior (French, 1905–1957). Bar suit, afternoon ensemble with an ecru natural shantung jacket and black pleated wool crepe skirt. Haute Couture Spring–Summer 1947, Corolle line. ( Dior Héritage collection, Paris. (© Katerina Jebb))

Saturday, February 12, 2022

1–5 pm
Education Gallery, 1st Floor
Examine cutting-edge hat designs in this intimate studio art class, inspired by Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams and led by contemporary textile artists Ọmọlará Williams McCallister and Maya Valladares. First, we’ll visit our galleries to study creations from the House of Dior and renowned milliner Stephen Jones alongside diverse examples of stitching, shaping, and millinery practices found throughout the Museum. Then, head into our studios to apply your new knowledge of historical and contemporary accessories traditions by creating your own handmade headpiece.
Tickets are $125 and include admission to Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams. Member tickets are $115. Not a Member? Join today!
All visitors 5 and older must show proof of vaccination. Visitors 18 and older are also required to show a valid I.D. Masks are required regardless of vaccination status.

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