Paper Cutting Workshop: Cutting Through Time

Explore the timeless craft of Chinese paper-cutting as you transform simple materials into intricate works of art. Learn traditional folding techniques, creating beautiful, symmetrical designs as you uncover the cultural symbolism and enjoy the meditative nature of this peaceful, hands-on practice.

Tzu Ching Chen (Jessy) is a New York–based artist and designer working with paper-cutting and calligraphy as interconnected forms of cultural mark-making. Rooted in East Asian traditions, her practice explores how gesture, symbol, and structure can be translated into contemporary visual systems and experiences. Her work moves between object-making and participatory formats, reinterpreting traditional craft as a living language within modern contexts.

This program is presented by Poster House’s CMYK Council, the museum’s BIPOC advisory board, in recognition of AAPI Heritage Month. It highlights the contributions and cultural impact of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities through the lens of art and culture.

Accessibility Note: Masks and clear masks are available free of charge at the museum. Assistive listening devices and stools are available. ASL (American Sign Language) interpretation or a CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) is also available upon request. Please contact access@posterhouse.org or (914) 295-2387 to request interpretation services and to address any other accessibility needs. For other event-related questions, please contact info@posterhouse.org.