ALEBRIJES PAINTING WORKSHOP FOR CONSERVATION

Paint a traditional Oaxacan alebrije with a professional artist at Fieldwork Brewing San Leandro—Open to everyone, PAINTERS MUST PAY TICKET!
About this Event

Meet the Artist: Jesús Sosa Calvo

Master Woodcarver from San Martín Tilcajete, Oaxaca, Mexico

Join us for a casual, creative, in-person workshop celebrating the colorful art and cultural heritage of Oaxaca, Mexico.

Meet Jesús Sosa Calvo, a master woodcarver from San Martín Tilcajete—the town internationally recognized as the birthplace and heart of the traditional alebrijes craft.

Learn about the history and cultural significance of alebrijes while enjoying a guided painting experience led by a professional Oaxacan alebrijes artist. Bring your creativity, choose your colors, and transform a traditional wooden figure into your own unique work of art.

Enjoy an afternoon of art, culture, and community while supporting BioReserves Network and its mission to protect biodiversity, restore habitats, promote nature conservation and connecting arts from Oaxaca and California.

Everyone is welcome. PAINTERS MUST PURCHASE A TICKET.

Kids and pets are welcome, too.

Event details

• When: Saturday, December 19th, 12–3 pm
• Where: Fieldwork Brewing San Leandro, 100A W Juana Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577