Chalmette High Students Experience Traditional Japanese Art Through Visiting Artist Workshop

  • Ja'Vonnie Bienemy with her . nished knot charm.
    Ja'Vonnie Bienemy with her . nished knot charm.
  • Japanese artist Yasuko Onishi helps Shawn Penny (left) and Kaden Staggs (right) in the art of Mizuhiki.
    Japanese artist Yasuko Onishi helps Shawn Penny (left) and Kaden Staggs (right) in the art of Mizuhiki.
  • Mizuhiki is a traditional Japanese craft using decorative cords to create symbolic knots.
    Mizuhiki is a traditional Japanese craft using decorative cords to create symbolic knots.
  • Artist Yasuko Onishi demonstrates the craft for Chalmette High students.
    Artist Yasuko Onishi demonstrates the craft for Chalmette High students.

    Students at Chalmette High School recently had a unique opportunity to explore traditional Japanese art through a hands-on workshop led by visiting artist Yasuko Onishi.

    The workshop brought together approximately 50 students from the Japanese Cultural Arts Club, Arts & Crafts Club, Asian Heritage Club, Fine Arts Survey class, and Japanese II classes. Students were introduced to the intricate a…