We mourn the passing of our beloved friend Keiko Van Guilder on Sunday, June 24. Keiko became involved with the Carving Studio and Sculpture Center in 1998 as translator for Japanese Artist in Residence Masaharu Suzuki. She was thrilled to share her skills as an Ikebana master and taught a series of inspirational classes here. She generously opened her home to individual workshop participants, as well as artists visiting from Peru, Kenya and Japan, for several years. Our love and support go out to Keiko's family in their time of loss.
Cards and letters of condolence may be sent to the family at 109 Whipple Hollow Road, West Rutland, VT 05777. The Carving Studio and Sculpture Center will celebrate her life at the opening reception for the Emerging Sculptors Exhibition on Friday, July 16 at 6 PM.
