Community Mural: "Stories of this Land" Rhiyzomatic Making

We will be making a piece in an unconventional way! Instead of thinking I need to get from A to B it's going to be more like getting from A to Watermelon, where you have all your tools and skills for making but take a more random approach to having an end art piece. We will be creating with an array of mixed mediums including paint, tape, crayons, pastels, markers, paper, glue, etc ! We will start with a short intro and some demos of different painting techniques then followed by a making session.

Workshops are recommended for people ages 12 and over. Children under 12 years old are welcome with parent/guardian supervision. Please get a ticket for each person (incl. all children).

The workshop is pay what you can! Suggested $20 - $30 to support facilitator fees and supplies.

If you have any questions, please email us: [email protected]

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR:

Indigenous Latin American artist Matias Martinez is of Mapuche/Maya descent based in Calgary, Alberta. Martinez’s work combines glass, paintings, and social practices, driven by my identity and curiosity, With themes of identity, love, memories, and commonality. His organic style is influenced by emotions, daily experiences, and music. Martinez’s use a rhizomatic approach, adapting tools and ideas based on momentary/built up inspiration. His recent work explores rediscovering his Indigenous identity, inspired by ancient stories, ways of life, and myths. Through contemporary art, he aims to highlight his Mapuche And Maya culture and storytelling.

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Alcove Centre for the Arts (alcoveartscentre.ca) is a non-profit organization based in Calgary, AB which aims to make art more accessible and promote a vibrant local arts industry. We curate and cultivate community art spaces for Calgarians to engage in art and creativity while building a platform for emerging local artists.

Alcove is a Recreational Art Space open to the public providing free art supplies and instruments to stimulate creativity. The space also acts as a gathering place for workshops, community events, and social meetups. Come visit and get creative!

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