ITZATNA Arts invite you create your very own ‘Árbol de Vida’ – a ‘Tree of Life’ – inspired by the colourful handicraft tradition of México. The craft originated in central Mexico, blending indigenous clay-working traditions with Spanish colonial Catholic imagery.
In this hands-on family workshop, you’ll build a tree sculpture that tells your family’s story: your roots, your lineage, the people and objects that make you who you are. Using cardboard, paper, collage materials, and plenty of imagination, each family will design and construct a one-of-a-kind tree to take home and treasure.
No art experience needed – just bring your curiosity and your family stories. We’ll bring everything else.
Suitable for families with children aged 5+. All children must be accompanied by a participating adult at all times – this is a together activity, not a drop-off.
Session times (30–45 minutes each):
- 11:00
- 12:00
- 14:00
Spaces are very limited, and our studio is small and cosy, so places go quickly! Please arrive a few minutes early to secure your spot. Limit of 6 people per session.
How to join: Sign up on the door outside Studio ITZATNA in the Upper Gallery at The Old Print Works on the day. First come, first served.
This is a taster workshop ahead of the full event at Thimblemill Library, Smethwick, as part of the exhibition ‘Raíces/Roots’ at *discovery room sandwell – curated by Abigail Villaroel. Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. Follow for more: @discoveryroom.uk // @abigailvillarroel.art
This session is free, please consider making a donation here.
ITZATNA Arts are a Studio Partner at The Old Print Works.