First Friday: Lantern Making Workshop with Artsy Anxious Girlie

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, join Artsy Anxious Girlie for a hands-on lantern-making workshop at Poster House. Participants will create their own lanterns using paper-folding and assembly techniques in a project inspired by traditions connected to Chinese New Year. The session will introduce participants to the cultural significance behind the forms as they are guided through the process step by step. This workshop will invite reflection on heritage, memory, and community through the shared act of making. 

All materials will be provided. No experience is necessary.

Vivian, founder of Artsy Anxious Girlie, is a Brooklyn-based, Singaporean multidisciplinary artist whose work explores culture, memory, and mental health. Inspired by traditional art forms passed down through her family, her practice reflects a deep connection to heritage and identity. Her lantern-making is inspired by her grandmother, who created original designs each year for Chinese New Year using red packets. Through her workshops, Vivian carries this tradition forward, inviting participants into a shared act of making that connects generations and community.

Accessibility Note: Masks and clear masks are available free of charge at the museum. Assistive listening devices and stools are available. ASL (American Sign Language) interpretation or a CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) is also available upon request. Please contact access@posterhouse.org or (914) 295-2387 to request interpretation services and to address any other accessibility needs. For other event-related questions, please contact info@posterhouse.org.