Cultural Arts & Crafts Programs
The JCCCNC is committed to the community arts. Here at the Center,
we provide a variety of classes and activities in the arts and
crafts of our Japanese heritage.
With the need for art space and arts education in the city and
the important role of cultural arts in the community, the JCCCNC
seeks to expand it’s programming and offer its facility
for creative, and cultural expression.
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 Ikebana
Tues 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Instructor: John Boyce
Learn the traditional Japanese art of Ikebana. Reflect on
the simplistic beauty of nature through flower arranging.
Member Fees: $50/month
Non-member Fees: $65/month
How do I sign up?
Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents
or inquire with our online
form.
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 Nisei
Quilters
Tues 9:30 p.m.-12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Naoko Ito
Learn basic quilting and applique techniques integrating
Japanese fabrics and design into custom creations.
NOTE: The Senior Quilting class is currently full. Anyone
interested may call the Center and leave your name and number
with the receptionist to be added to the waiting list.
Member Fees: $16/month
Non-member Fees: $24/month
How do I sign up?
Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents
or inquire with our online
form.
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Senior Women's Writing Group
Mon 9:30 p.m.-12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Shizue Seigel
Spend the morning creating personal memoirs, journaling
or writing poems, essays, letters, and sharing them among
friends.
Member Fees: $36/month, $10/class
Non-member Fees: $40/month, $10/class
How do I sign up?
Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents
or inquire with our online
form.
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 Shibori
Wed 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Yukiko Ichimura Sorrell
Shibori is a traditional textile art dating back to the
8th century. Cloth is stitched, bound, resisted, wrapped or
gathered by hand, then dyed with color to create a fabulous
design.
Member Fees: $50
Non-member Fees: $60
How do I sign up?
Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents
or inquire with our online
form.
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 Sumi-e
Brush Painting
Thu 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Feng Chen
This fine art involves a discipline and focus to achieve
the simple, yet dramatic art of sumi ink on paper.
Member Fees: $20/month
Non-member Fees: $25/month
How do I sign up?
Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents
or inquire with our online
form.
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Tougei - Ceramics
Mon 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. (8 Mondays)
Instructor: Shuhui Yang
Learn various ceramic techniques including basic hand-building
constructions, wheel throwing,basic pinching, joining coiling
and slab, clay preparation and surface decorations to create
unique sculptures and functional wares. While no experience
is necessary, the instructor will also work with more advanced
students to explore and develop their own techniques and projects.
Member Fees: $ 175 (includes materials)
Non-member Fees: $225 (includes materials)
How do I sign up?
Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents
or inquire with our online
form.
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 Washi-Ningyo
3rd Saturdays of every month
Instructor: Yurie Nakamura & Rochelle
Lum
Create your own dolls with beautiful "washi" paper.
Member Fees: $16/class
Non-member Fees: $21/class
How do I sign up?
Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents
or inquire with our online
form.
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 Watercolor
Mon 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Wendy Yoshimura
Learn the basics of watercolor painting using still life
objects.
Member Fees: $32/month
Non-member Fees: $36/month
How do I sign up?
Call us at 415-567-5505, email programsevents
or inquire with our online
form.
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