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Saturday, August 8, 15 and 22 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Join Marwan Pleasant, a Black Masking Indian artist with over 20 years of experience in an immersive hands-on workshop. In this three-part workshop series, participants will explore intermediate beading techniques using a variety of seed beads, gems and sequins to create a unique embellished brooch pin. Attendees will gain cultural insight, technical skill and creative confidence as they explore the artistry behind this longstanding craft. What You’ll Learn How to identify and source various types of beads and materials Three dimensional beading techniques Advanced beading finishes Participants will learn the foundations of hand beading, advanced techniques and leave with a finished brooch pin. All workshops are conducted in a friendly and welcoming environment. All materials are provided. All levels are welcome. Questions? Email education@ogdenmuseum.org. $150 member / $165 not-yet-member Register Image courtesy of Marwan Pleasant Image courtesy of Erika Golding Image courtesy of Marwan Pleasant Not a museum member? Save money on this workshop and others like it, plus receive exclusive privileges like unlimited free admission, private exhibition previews and so much more when you join Ogden Museum today! Membership begins at the low price of $60. join About Teaching Marwan Pleasant Marwan Pleasant is a fashion designer, artist and Mardi Gras Indian based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Pleasant grew up masking with the Golden Eagles tribe of Uptown, learning the intricate craft of beading from his grandfather, Big Chief Monk Boudreaux. His fashion brand, Marlence, merges Black Masking culture with contemporary design, bringing the tradition to a global audience. Marwan Pleasant has been featured both globally and nationally, from the Hôtel de Ville in Paris, France to The Museum of Modern Art in New York City. Presently, Pleasant is focused on the construction of his 2026 Mardi Gras suit, teaching in his community, and creating unique art for exhibitions and private collections. /// Image credit: Courtesy of Jazzmyne Cry