Open Studio with Thurber Park Artist-in-Residence: Jennifer Bastian

There is a profound and unspoken grief running through our communities - shaped by the lingering impact of the Covid pandemic, systemic inequities, and the global weight of injustice and violence. During her residency at Thurber Park, Jennie Bastian invites the public into a creative space designed for slowing down, making together, and processing the emotions that daily life often pushes aside.

Through a series of open studio sessions participants will be offered a quiet, welcoming environment to reflect, share, and find meaning in pausing. These sessions aren’t just about making art — they’re about creating room for collective healing and connection in a world that rarely slows down. Art materials including drawing, collage and fibers materials and you're more than welcome to bring something you're working on or learn about ongoing projects you can jump right into such as the community Grief Garland.

Open Studio sessions will be held at Thurber Park (3325 Thurber Ave) in an indoor space. All participants are invited to drop by, no registration is required. Mark your calendar today!
May 30th from 10am-12pm 
July 17 from 5:30 -7:30 pm  
Aug 21 from 5:30 -7:30 pm  
Sept 18  from 5:30 -7:30 pm 

**Please note: One or more individuals in this small space are immunocompromised. For that reason, we are requesting all attendees kindly mask before entering. Masks are provided on-site if needed.