Hojalata Workshop (Spring Theme)

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Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY

Age Group:

Middle Grades
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  • This event is for registrants grade 5th Grade to 7th Grade.

Program Description

Event Details

Experience the vibrant and intricate world of Mexican tin art, known as Hojalata, with guidance from Fannie Medina of Creative Vida! Hojalata (oh-ha-LA-ta), or tin art, is a form of Mexican folk art made by pressing delicate lines into thick aluminum sheets and adding vibrant colors. This workshop will introduce you to the traditional techniques of embossing and painting on tin to create your own unique decorative pieces. Designed for Grades 5-7.

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