Community Crochet Circle: Art-Play-Practice Edition

Join us for the Community Crochet Circle led by Dwayne Lawson-Brown, also known as the Crochet Kingpin. This summer, the Crochet Circle takes on an exciting new dimension as part of Art-Play-Practice, a new annual initiative at Phillips@THEARC that transforms our gallery into a vibrant space for play and artistic exploration. 

From June through August, Dwayne will present crochet garments and objects created in response to Broad Cape by Sam Gilliam, one of the gems of The Phillips Collection and the inspiration for the inaugural Art-Play-Practice installation. Revered for his groundbreaking drape paintings, Gilliam experimented with color and fabric in ways that redefined the possibilities of painting. 

Each session will begin with a brief introduction to the artwork led by a Phillips Educator, followed by collective making and conversation. Refreshments will be provided. 

All skill levels and ages are welcome. Advanced participants are invited to bring fiber arts projects that they are working on while beginners can receive basic instructions on crocheting. Yarn and crochet hooks will be provided. 

About Dwayne Lawson-Brown

Born and raised in Washington, DC, Dwayne Lawson-Brown, aka the Crochet Kingpin, is an author, playwright, and arts administrator for the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities. Dwayne has performed and hosted at many venues including The Kennedy Center, Woolly Mammoth Theater, Keegan Theater, The Strathmore, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, and Spit Dat DC. Crowned 2021 DMV “Male Poet of the Year,” ultimately, Dwayne’s goal is to invite folks to feel again. As a fiber artist, Dwayne has vended at many events and hosted workshops for esteemed entities including the Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum and Words, Beats, and Life.

Learn more about Spinning a Yarn and Dwayne on the blog

IMAGE: Participants at Spinning a Yarn: Crochet Circle at Phillips@THEARC