The findings include analyses of six Asian origin groups that account for 81% of all Asian Americans: Chinese.

and her father came from a family that specialized in making glass eyes for dolls.Its mission is based on the belief that art can enlighten the hearts and minds.

but they are just as exquisite to behold.slender figures with a graceful profile and an economy of gesture and detail.Canada in 1966 and while raising a family.

Sumiyuku Toki (Passage of Time) (detail).rice paper and finely ground paulownia wood shavings.

the doll is finally painted with a blend of seashell powder and watercolor pigments.

Koyanagi learned this basic technique from her family but modified it while living for over 50 years in Canada so that the dolls would survive well in an environment that has dramatic fluctuations in temperature and humidity.contact the League of Women Voters of Torrance Area at (310) 223-6897.

She has served as chair of the Dr.He was previously a member of the Planning and Environmental Quality Commission.

The election will be held on Tuesday.5 at the Nakaoka Community Center and the Rowley Park Gym.