Lucy Arai’s sashiko pieces are a wonder to the eye. Learning the technique from her uncle, her innovative approaches combine her Japanese heritage and western art backgrounds.

Her mixed media compositions combine the Sashiko embroidery technique with paper and cotton indigo to create one of a kind works of art.

Don’t miss this evening with Lucy to hear about her process and see these amazing pieces up close and personal.

This video clip from KQED highlights Lucy’s techniques.

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