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Poetry of the Rocks
In person / Workshop / Felting
Join OKsana, for a special workshop where the artist will share the behind-the-scenes process of my newest work, Poetry of Rocks—a large-scale Nuno Felting installation currently in progress for the Nassau County Museum of Art. Make a day of it—after the workshop, enjoy a stroll through the museum's beautiful grounds and don't miss the current exhibition, At Play.
During this informal session, Oksana will show the wet felting technique and explain why she has chosen this sustainable method for the project. She will also discuss the materials—such as locally sourced wool from New York State and repurposed scraps from my eco printing practice—and how they relate to her message of renewal, transition, and the cycles of life.
Poetry of the Stones is more than a textile installation; it’s a reflection on change, impermanence, and the quiet strength we find in nature. I’ll share my vision and invite you to take part by creating small Nuno Felted “stones” of your own, which may even become part of the final piece.
Oksana is a natural-born creator with a passion for textile art. She was born in Moscow, Russia, and received a classical art education from the Moscow School of Art. Pursuing her love of design, she continued to study textile design at the Moscow State Textile University, where she received a Master's Degree in 1986.
Since arriving in New York in 1991, she has worked as a freelance textile artist for numerous studios including Printfolio, Design Works International, and Group Four.
While Oksana's artistic journey has taken her across continents, she remains deeply rooted in her community on Long Island. She shares her expertise and passion for art as a teacher at the Suffolk County Art Museum and through workshops organized by the Huntington Arts Council. Her professional affiliations include the Art Leagues of Long Island and the Long Island Craft Guild.