Fiber Play: Ancestral Wall Hangings with Artist Aliana Grace Bailey

Saturday August 24, Noon – 3 pm  | Museum Admission

In conversation with Black Woman Genius artist Aliana Grace Bailey, workshop participants will reflect on the beauty and gifts of their ancestors and create a mixed media, fiber-based wall hanging collage to honor them and what’s been passed down to us. These colorful and pattern filled wall hangings can serve as an affirmation—a daily reminder of love. Participants can bring a small family keepsake to attach to their fabric art collage, such as a piece of cloth, button, or printed photograph. Children can participate with their families to create a collaborative family piece. Aliana will also have one of her floor looms available for participants to try!

Aliana Grace Bailey is an interdisciplinary fiber artist based in Baltimore, Maryland, originally from Washington, DC. Her work is not just about art; it’s also a passionate advocacy for radical self-love, wellness, healing, and grief support. Aliana holds a special place in her heart for NC A&T State University, where she earned a double major, obtaining a Bachelor of Social Work and a Bachelor of Art in Visual Arts Media Design. She’s been actively engaged as a socially-conscious teaching artist since 2017, following her completion of the Art for Social Impact fellowship at The Sanctuaries. Aliana is the founder of vibrant grace studio, where she not only creates patterns, products, and designs but also leads art and healing workshops. Her studio is deeply committed to initiatives centered around health, social justice, and wellness, with a strong dedication to promoting the well-being, joy, and liberation of Black communities.