Experience Bellevue: Madhubani-Style Art
This artwork is inspired by the Madhubani drawing style. This style is commonly practiced in India and Nepal. It often is used to draw...
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Art Forum + Publications
Compiled list of all cultural crafts made by CCC members. Written publications for distinct types of crafts, involving its history, its cultural influence and significance , and the artist's process.
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Interlake C.C.C.
May 14, 20221 min read
Experience Bellevue: Traditional Chinese Lanterns and Dragon
The crafts that the artist has brought today are two Chinese lanterns. In China, they are hung as decorations for some Chinese Festivals,...
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Interlake C.C.C.
May 13, 20222 min read
Experience Bellevue: Persian Evil Eye Painting, Dystopian Society, Paisley Smoke, and Ripples
This foam board and acrylic piece in the back is about the evil eye, which is a supernatural belief heavily imbedded in Persian culture....
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Interlake C.C.C.
May 12, 20221 min read
Experience Bellevue: “Altar” Acrylic and Traditional Mexican Food Ceramic Pieces
The canvas painting placed in the background of the station was inspired by the up-close of an ofrenda, in which we can see some of the...
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Interlake C.C.C.
May 11, 20221 min read
Experience Bellevue: 1000 Crane Project
The origami crane holds heavy sentimental value, especially in success and good fortune. Also known as the "tsuru", it is considered to...
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Interlake C.C.C.
May 10, 20221 min read
Experience Bellevue: Indian Ganesh, Door Décor, and Rangolis
The Illustration on the orange craft is of a Ganesh, who is known in Hinduism as the remover of obstacles. He is worshipped before...
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Interlake C.C.C.
May 9, 20222 min read
Experience Bellevue: Traditional Indian Vase, Indian Natural Landscape Canvas, Sand Art, and Ganesh
The Indian vase piece at the top left is inspired from other traditional flower paintings. The design comprises depictions of plants...
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Interlake C.C.C.
May 8, 20221 min read
Experience Bellevue: Mongolian Dolls: Queen and Traditional Sculptures
For the Mongolian Queen sculpture, the artist was inspired by how married Mongol women of high social standing wore their hair in the...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Mar 12, 20221 min read
Chinese Gold Ingots and Cranes: Hope and Prosperity
In the past, Chinese gold ingots (also known as "yuanbao") have been a sign of prosperity since it was a highly-valued currency. Being...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Mar 11, 20221 min read
Jamini Roy "Handmaiden II" Folk Art
This is a painting of Indian folk art that was stylistically inspired by Jamini Roy, an Indian painter who was one of the most famous...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Mar 10, 20221 min read
Aztec God "Tlaloc" Ceramic Pot
Traditionally on holidays around the end of the year, hot drinks or beverages would be served in clay pots shaped just like this one....
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Interlake C.C.C.
Dec 21, 20211 min read
Japanese Murakami Flower: Cherry Blossom
The cherry blossom flowers are one of the most cherished in Japan, with the blossoms found in all aspects of Japanese culture ranging...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Dec 20, 20211 min read
Sky Lantern(天燈)/Kongming Lantern (孔明燈)
Kongming lanterns are traditional Chinese lanterns which carry upon them a message. They have been made for centuries, and these lanterns...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Dec 18, 20211 min read
Hmong Poj Dab
In Hmong culture, Poj Dab is meant to be a Hmong evil spirit who returns for a purpose that has not been fulfilled. Serving as 'guardian...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Dec 17, 20211 min read
Gond Painting Tribal Folk Art
Gond painting is a form of painting from folk and tribal art that is practiced by one of the largest tribes in India with whom it shares...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Dec 16, 20211 min read
Paj ntaub (pronounced "pan dau" - "flower cloth")
The Paj ntaub is pronounced as "pan dau", which means "flower cloth." This is produced by Hmong artists and it is a traditional...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Dec 16, 20211 min read
Traditional Kimono (きもの - "thing to wear") and Japanese Crane (タンチョウヅル)
The kimono is a traditional article of clothing that was worn by commoners or as an undergarment of the aristocracy. It serves as a huge...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Dec 15, 20211 min read
Buddhist Korean Temple (Sachal/Sawon/Garam)
The Korean temple is a place well known for where Buddhist monks undergo religious training and practice rituals. A temple is considered...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Dec 15, 20211 min read
The Moon Rabbit/The Jade Rabbit (玉兔 – Yùtù)
The Moon Rabbit a mythical figure in Far Eastern folklore that is based on the identification of the dark markings on the near side of...
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Interlake C.C.C.
Dec 14, 20211 min read
Traditional Chinese Dragon Boat (端午Duānwǔ）
Originally, the Chinese Dragon Boat was used for religious purposes as a way to appease the rain gods. Each boat was commonly carved a...
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