On October 15, 2008 we were fortunate to be showered with a lovely weather and a field trip destination to the Rubin Museum. We also had the pleasure of being accompanied by our English teacher Ms. Hibbert and our Fine Art teacher Dr. Sieunarine.I am sure you all agree that the learning experience was phenomenal. It started with Ms. Sangay Choden who is the WEAVER-IN-RESIDENCE, and a master weaver from the village of Khoma in Northeastern Bhutan. We had the honor of watching Ms. Choden weave a Kira. "Kira is an intricately woven and embroidered silk piece of cloth used as a skirt in Bhutanese traditional dress."
Click below to view the weaving in progress.
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We would like to thank our Principal, Ms. Nieto, Ms. Boulamali, Ms. Serrano, and Ms. Lasky for facilitating the field trip. We would also like to thank Ms. Elizabeth Cintron, the group visit host at the Rubin museum for welcoming and accommodating us.
