PechaKucha - meaning "chit chat" in Japanese - is a presentation format that shows 20 images, each for 20 seconds. In other words, presenters get 400 seconds to tell their story, with visuals guiding the way. This event will be held outside at The Ghostlight Theatre in Benton Harbor.
Let’s talk about: language as form. Join us for a special Culture Club event featuring the talented mother-daughter duo, Christine Yen and Gwen Yen Chiu. They will share their unique approaches to Chinese calligraphy and guide you through a hands-on art project highlighting the expressive power of line. Participants will practice traditional Chinese calligraphy techniques […]
Language and form come alive for an afternoon of music and dance in the galleries. For the annual George Krasl Memorial Concert, cellist Jordan Hamilton collaborates with CPR Dance to bring an original score inspired by the work of Gwen Yen Chiu. Enjoy a live performance, light brunch fare, and cash bar. This event is […]
Let’s keep talking about language as form! Part two of a two-part workshop, this special Culture Club event gives ‘Calligraphy as Drawing’ participants the opportunity to transform their 2-dimensional ink drawings and calligraphy into 3-dimensional steel sculptures with Gwen Yen Chiu. Working with precut sheet metal, students will bend and make simple welds to modify […]
Saturday, November 9th, 11 am - 12:30 pm FREE & Open to All Ages Join us for a fun, hands-on session drawing in anime and manga styles! Led by artist and educator Jessica Hightower. Come explore character creation, expressive features, and dynamic poses. All materials are provided, so bring your creativity and enjoy an […]
Wednesday, November 13th, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Free & Open to All Ages at the Benton Harbor Public Library Bring the family to Family Night on Wednesday, November 13, from 5:00 to 6:30 pm at the Benton Harbor Public Library! Artist Jessica Hightower will guide participants through the basics of anime and manga drawing, […]
It all begins with a first look at the 2024 Community ⇄ Members’ Show. Meet the artists, explore the talent of our community, and celebrate with friends. Live music, cash bar, and ‘a taste of the community’ provided by local restaurants. FREE and open to the public. Image: Artist Chandra Williams performs during the 2019 […]
Save the date! Our competitive, social, and artistic fall fundraiser, Go Big or Go Gnome 2, will be held on November 22 - 23. Click here for more details.
Kick off your holiday season at Krasl Art Center! Stop by during the Annual Light Up the Bluff event to enjoy hot chocolate, artists sketching Santa, and more!
Wednesday, December 11th, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Free & Open to All Ages at the Benton Harbor Public Library Bring the family to Family Night on Wednesday, December 11, from 5:00 to 6:30 pm at the Benton Harbor Public Library! Join us for a cozy evening of creativity as artist Jessica Hightower guides us […]