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Creative Writing About Fibers
Head upstairs to the Terrace Gallery at Cherry Street Pier this August for Weaving on the Waterfront, a colorful and hands-on fiber art exhibit by Pier artist-in-residence Bonnie MacAllister, with featured work by Philly artist Jamie Campbell.
The gallery will showcase beautifully woven and handspun pieces made from recycled materials and natural fibers. The exhibit also highlights a special community project—original weavings created on no-waste looms during free First Friday workshops.
About the Artists:Bonnie MacAllister is a fiber artist and educator who leads engaging workshops in embroidery, felting, dyeing, and upcycling. She’s also a current Studio 16 resident at Cherry Street Pier. She is a 2009 Fulbright-Hays awardee to Ethiopia, a 2007 Pushcart Prize Nominee and five time slam poetry champion in the United States and France. Her international publication credits include Black Robert Journal, Paper Tiger Media, Dead Drunk Dublin and Other Imaginal Spaces, and nth Position. Bonnie’s artist books have been acquisitioned by Barnard College, the Utopian Library in Viareggio, Italy, and in la Galería del MEC, Montevideo, Uruguay.
Jamie Campbell is a Philly-based fiber artist, puppet maker, and creative powerhouse who blends nature, folklore, and found materials into imaginative works that tell a story.
Parking on-site will be limited due to I-95 CAP construction. However, many great ways to access the Waterfront include walking and biking along the Delaware River Trail, rideshare, and public transit. To ensure a seamless visit, guests can visit the ‘Know Before You Go’ guide for parking recommendations, directions, FAQs, and more.
Know Before You GoAs you plan your next visit to the Delaware River Waterfront, here is what you need to know before you go:
- Learn how to arrive at the Waterfront with travel information to help you plan your visit.
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