SUNDAY 10 | Self-taught American artist Karen Hartmann explores Cambodia’s ubiquitous krama and how it bestows character and dignity upon its wearer. “Her work is expressive of the aesthetic quality of the sublime and is characterised by a style of pleasure, spontaneity and whimsy,” says Java curator Dana Langlois.” The artist will be on hand throughout for informal chats, plus there’s a live classical guitar performance and a ‘child-appropriate’ film screening in the play room. Tickets ($15 adults, $7.50 for children aged 9–12, available at Java or via daen@nulljavaarts.org) include a high tea buffet and a pot of tea, glass of juice or bubbly.
WHO: Artist Karen Hartmann
WHAT: The krama explored over high tea
WHERE: Java Cafe & Gallery, #56 Sihanouk Blvd.
WHEN: 4pm November 10
WHY: Unravel the secrets of Cambodia’s national scarf
Her work is phenominal.