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Workshop Series: Celebrating Latinx Culture Through Traditional Mexican Art.

Introduction: Empowering Through Art, as part of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are excited to present a series of workshops dedicated to empowering individuals and diaspora communities through collective art-making and cultural preservation. This initiative aims to foster a deeper connection with the community at large and the Latinx heritage.

Join us in celebrating Latinx culture by exploring the traditional art of metal embossing, known as "repujado." In this workshop, participants will learn how to create intricate, raised designs on thin sheets of metal such as tin, copper, or aluminum. By tracing patterns onto the metal and using various embossing tools, you'll craft a three-dimensional piece of art. To further connect with Mexican heritage, participants will have the opportunity to apply vibrant colors that highlight the cultural patterns characteristic of this art form.

Cultural Insight: Rooted in the rich history of pre-Columbian civilizations like the Mexicas (also known as Aztecs) and Mayans, Mexican embossing carries forward traditional motifs that symbolize the deep cultural heritage of these ancient societies. Today, artists continue to blend these traditional designs with modern aesthetics, keeping the art form both alive and relevant.

Materials Provided: thin metal sheets (tin, copper, aluminum), embossing tools, paints and brushes.

All materials will be provided, and a light lunch will be served.