Michael Velliquette’s intricate paper reliefs and sculptures manage to feel futuristic and deeply historical, the perfect mix of anthropological symbology with mechanical visuals. The delicate details seem far too complex to be merely paper, but that’s part of the beauty of Velliquette’s work. Celebrate the opening of his exhibit at the Umlauf with a lesson from the paper art master himself. Velliquette will guide participants through the process of paper manipulation, leaving them to take home a creative mandala of their very own. Get those creative juices flowing, fueled by craft cocktails, mocktails, and exploration through layers of paper filigree. – Cat McCarrey
