Explore cultural classes and experiences inspired by traditions from around the world. Learn creative practices, techniques, and stories through hands-on guidance from local artists, teachers, and cultural organizations.
East Village
Create a traditional Japanese Kimekomi doll character in this hands-on craft class in NYC. Kimekomi is a Japanese craft that uses silk and fabric to decorate a prepared wooden form, one piece at a time. In this workshop, you’ll learn how fabric is placed and carefully tucked into...
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East Village
Learn Japanese decorative knot making in NYC through the traditional craft of mizuhiki. Mizuhiki is made with fine paper cords that are aligned, bent, and tied into decorative forms. In Japan, this craft has long been connected to gifts, weddings, seasonal celebrations, and other special occasions, where the...
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East Village
Create a traditional Japanese Kimekomi doll character in this hands-on craft class in NYC. Kimekomi is a Japanese craft that uses silk and fabric to decorate a prepared wooden form, one piece at a time. In this workshop, you’ll learn how fabric is placed and carefully tucked into...
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East Village
Sumi-e is the traditional Japanese art of ink painting, where a subject is captured with simple, expressive brushstrokes. No previous experience is needed. You’ll be guided step by step by an instructor who explains each stroke clearly and helps you get comfortable with the brush, ink, water, and...
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DoBeDoUs is built by artists, for curious humans who want a creative life.
We come from the artist community and build this platform to support it with care, fairness, and long-term opportunity.
We curate studios, artists, and spaces that care about craft, learning, and creative growth, not just entertainment.
Our workshops and practice sessions are designed to be ongoing moments where creative people return, connect, and grow together.
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