Interwoven
Agathe Bouton
May 5 - 31, 2025
Interwoven explores the deep histories and shared traditions of textiles in Southeast Asia and Africa. Through her new series Les Bleus à l'Âme (Blues of the Soul), Bouton creates a textile-driven conversation, weaving together personal experience, cultural exchange, and artistic experimentation. Inspired by her time in Myanmar, Côte d'Ivoire, and Senegal, she reflects on the significance of indigo, a color that transcends borders, linking diverse weaving traditions and everyday rituals.
By cutting and weaving her monoprints into modular compositions, Bouton blends contemporary techniques with echoes of traditional craftsmanship. Gold and silver leaf shimmer across her works, evoking the gilded pagodas of Southeast Asia and the precious metals of African artistry. Her work is both a tribute to the women who preserve these centuries-old techniques and a call to appreciate the beauty of cultural diversity, resilience, and artistic heritage.
Fiber Art Workshop: Saturday, May 10, 1–3 p.m.
Paper Weaving Workshop: Saturday, May 17, 1–3 p.m.
Music Performance with Youba Cissokho: Sunday, May 18, 5–7 p.m.
Closing Reception + Artist Talk: Saturday, May 31, 6–8 p.m.
Upcoming events
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Fiber Art Workshop with Agathe Bouton
May 10, 1-3PM
Inspired by the Japanese tradition of Boro—a centuries-old technique of patching and mending cloth—this engaging session invites participants to create their own decorative textile panel using repurposed denim. With guidance from Bouton, whose latest body of work explores themes of repair and reuse, you’ll learn how to layer, arrange, and adhere fabric to a canvas, transforming everyday materials into meaningful art.
No experience necessary—this workshop is open to individuals and families (ages 10 and up). All materials will be provided. Just bring your creativity!
Space is limited, so reserve your spot early.
Come create, connect, and take home a one-of-a-kind piece of art! -
Paper Weaving Workshop with Agathe Bouton
May 17, 1-3PM
Join us for a creative, hands-on “Make and Take” workshop led by artist Agathe Bouton, presented in conjunction with her solo exhibition Interwoven at Chimaera Gallery.
In this engaging session, participants will explore the art of weaving with recycled paper, inspired by the themes and techniques in Bouton’s latest body of work. Agathe will provide step-by-step instruction as you create your own unique woven piece using simple materials and thoughtful design.
This workshop is open to individuals and families (ages 10 and up), and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity!
Space is limited, so be sure to register early.
Come create, connect, and take home a one-of-a-kind piece of art! -
Music Performance with Youba Cissokho
May 18, 5-7PM
Experience an evening steeped in rich cultural heritage and mesmerizing sound as we proudly present Youba Cissokho—a fabulous French-speaking musician whose roots trace back to Senegal’s storied traditions. Born into a revered Jali storyteller family, Youba is a 72nd generation kora player, continuing a legacy that spans centuries.
The kora, a beautifully crafted harp fashioned from a calabash gourd, was once commissioned by West African kings to enshrine the epic tales of folklore, love, and valor in its enchanting melodies. As its strings resonate with the echoes of ancient songs, Youba channels the soul of his ancestors, breathing life into each note and weaving narratives that transport listeners to a time when stories were told under starlit skies.
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