Miccosukee Patchwork: A Workshop

Join Voices of the River of Grass and Miccosukee artists to create a textiles taking inspiration from Miccosukee patchwork.

During the workshops, participants will embark on a creative journey to craft their unique symbols rooted in personal stories and memories. Through the intricate medium of fabric, these workshops will guide individuals in translating their narratives into visually captivating, tangible expressions, fostering a rich connection between tradition, art, and personal narrative.

Pieces created during the workshops will be on display in Vizcaya's gardens for the culminating Stitch Vizcaya event the evening of July 13, 2024.

About Stitch :Textiles have long been used to tell stories. For Stitch, we've commissioned 3 artists to guide the community in making textiles to tell their own stories. The final pieces will be displayed in Vizcaya's gardens the evening of Saturday, July 13, 2024!

About Cayla Willie and Voices of the River of Grass:

My world name is Cayla Willie, I was born as a female to a class still not seen as a person. I have a family of my own. I as someone who felt as if they were born to create for this world, I have done so most of my life. I learned so much so I could create on my own, for others and share a piece of me. I have created life for my future, I can create necessary tools and items, I have created a way for me to keep my ancestors alive within my everyday living. I am a big sis, little sis, lover and a mother. Never going to change too much, just enough to grow. I find a way because determination and resiliency is in my blood. Taking my ancestors strength and using it to help my individualism stand strong through this life that people forget to live in.

Voices of the River of Grass is a non-profit that promotes Indigenous artists through diverse and creative platforms.

Through art we communicate, unite and educate the public on ecological and social issues, bringing out the inner strength of Indigenous traditions.

Voices of the River of Grass harnesses the power of art exhibits to present Indigenous artists and raise awareness about pressing social, cultural, and ecological issues. Through our curated showcases, we create a platform where Indigenous voices can shine, promoting the rich tapestry of Indigenous artistry and storytelling. By tackling matters such as social inequality, cultural preservation, and ecological sustainability, these exhibits become powerful catalysts for change. By amplifying the voices of Indigenous artists and shedding light on the interconnectedness between humans and the natural world, Voices of the River of Grass forges a path towards a more inclusive, empathetic, and sustainable future. Learn more at our website

About Studio Vizcaya | Summer Art Sessions: Studio Vizcaya is a commission program that provides artists with the creative challenge to develop original, site-specific work in response to a historic site situated in the public realm. Studio Vizcaya was inspired by the dynamic, creative spirit that characterized Vizcaya’s inception one hundred years ago, and it preserves Vizcaya owner James Deering’s tradition as a patron of the arts. Additionally, Studio Vizcaya embeds Vizcaya’s commitment to shared community experiences through a process of co-creation.

Host or Publisher Vizcaya Museum and Gardens