5.25.2023 KITE MAKING From Weifang, China, Interactive Video

Learn how to make a kite! A live interactive video conference on June 2 at 8:50 am EDT will teach a traditional kite making technique from China. 

This workshop features Liu Zhiliang, a traditional kite maker from Weifang, China. 

Mr. Liu Zhijiang is a 4th generation kite maker of the Weifang kite technique and founder of Flying Kite Studio which is devoted to creating traditional and modern kites.

Free registration is available at:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3rIq2X04S_WxQlUqFNMocw.

This event is provided by World Artists Experiences (WAE).

Participants who wish to construct a kite during the presentation should have the following materials available for interactive kite making: 

·      Skeleton: Either bamboo, fiberglass or carbon fiber sticks. The outer diameter should be 2mm-1.5mm, and the length of one              should be 28cm and the other of 38cm.

·      Surface: Tyvek or similar paper measuring 28cm×38cm

·      Utility knife

·      Ruler

·      Color pen or marker

·      White latex or white emulsion glue

·      Polyester thread

World Artists Experiences is a non-profit organization that fosters transnational and cross-cultural understanding by bridging people and cultures across continents and through shared artistic experiences. More information is available on the WAE website, www.worldartists.org or by email at wae@comcast.net. Donations are appreciated.