In this workshop, we’ll collectively draw with two natural pigments: clay and cochinilla. Cochinilla is a tiny insect that lives on nopales, a cactus that produces a marvelous carmine color. It has been utilized since pre-Columbian times in Central and South America. The participants will work on a large canvas, exploring the broad possibilities of these two earthy materials. Writing, mapping, drawing, and doodling are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes you don't mind having paint on. During Laboratorio Santuario activation, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an audiovisual project, create a book and collaborate in a collective piece.

This workshop will be facilitated by Mónica Palma.

En este taller, dibujaremos colectivamente con dos pigmentos naturales: arcilla y cochinilla. La cochinilla es un insecto diminuto que vive en los nopales, un cactus que produce un maravilloso color carmín. Se utiliza desde la época precolombina en América Central y del Sur. Los participantes trabajarán sobre un gran lienzo, explorando las amplias posibilidades de estos dos materiales terrosos. Se invita a escribir, trazar mapas, dibujar y garabatear. Lleva ropa cómoda con la que no te importe manchar de pintura. Durante la activación del Laboratorio Santuario, los asistentes tendrán la oportunidad de participar en un proyecto audiovisual, crear un libro y colaborar en una pieza colectiva.

Este taller será facilitado por Mónica Palma.

Date:
Saturday, April 20th, 2024
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Location:
Flushing Town Hall
137-35 Northern Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11354
 

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This project is possible with the support of Materials for the Arts who generously donate and transport materials for Escuela Santuario's sessions and exhibitions. This enables Escuela Santuario to dream wildly with the scale and content of their artistic production and outreach.