Join us for a collaboration Workshop that blends contemporary art with Japanese wagashi, the delicate tradition of handcrafted sweets. Discover how artist Moyuru Shiroma’s signature designs come alive through Sara’s Chokotto Wagashi!
Sara will guide participants in creating three types of wagashi inspired by Moyuru's signature designs: flowers, butterflies, and fish. At the end of the event, each participant will receive a box designed by Moyuru, allowing participants to take home their favorite wagashi in this special keepsake. In addition, while Sara leads the class, Moyuru will be creating a live painting.
<What is Wagashi?>
Wagashi is a traditional Japanese confections made from simple plant-based ingredients like rice flour, sweet bean paste, and sugar. You will get guided instruction from wagashi expert, Sara Suzuki and make 3 different designs of nerikiri wagashi.
Time: 2:00-4:00
Event includes:
- Guided instruction from Sara Suzuki
- All of the materials to make 3 wagashi
- A glass of Dassai Blue Nigori or Nigori Sparkling
<Sara Pekofsky Suzuki>
While studying in Japan during college, Sara discovered the quiet beauty and variety of wagashi. Inspired by those experiences, she continues to deepen her craft through ongoing courses and training. Through PEKOS CHOKOTTO WAGASHI, she creates seasonal, handcrafted sweets made entirely from scratch, using only all-natural ingredients and colors, celebrating care, tradition, and the fleeting nature of each moment.
<Moyuru Shiroma>
Moy grew up on the small tropical island of Okinawa, Japan. This is where he developed his love of using bright colors to express mood. More recently, he has illustrated the duality of human emotions by combining the vivid colors of acrylic paints and sprays with the darker colors of stencil. Moy earned a bachelor's degree from Tohoku University of Art & Design followed by college in Rockland County, New Yark. Both schools presented him awards in the field of visual arts. He continues to hold exhibitions.
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