IMAGINE MEXICO: ART ENRICHEMENT
Imagine Mexico: Art Enrichment is a program dedicated to enriching people’s lives through Mexican art, cultural history, and traditions. Our mission focuses on expanding access to the arts, fostering creativity, and inspiring curiosity. Through our activities, we aim to provide meaningful, hands-on experiences with Mexican folk and traditional art forms. Oral history, demonstrations, and guided practice support every session. All are welcome to participate.
Participants can explore creative practices such as making piñatas and other paper crafts, painting ceramics, creating jewelry, and more. These free workshops are open to everyone—no experience needed.
Spring 2026 Workshop Series
This spring, we will offer engaging workshops designed to build skills and encourage collaboration. Due to limited space, participants may enroll in up to 3 workshops to ensure a meaningful experience for all and to accommodate as many individuals as possible.
Registration for the workshops will open at the end of the prior month. We encourage you to select one to three workshops thoughtfully and enjoy this opportunity to learn, create, and connect.
Hands-on • For adults • All materials included • All are welcome
Workshop Schedule
March
06 — Yarn Painting — Explore colorful yarn techniques to “paint” with fibers.
12 — Azulejos Tile Painting — Design and paint tiles inspired by traditional Mexican azulejos.
19 — Mosaics — Create a small mosaic using vibrant glass pieces and classic patterns.
26 — Mini Pot Painting — Paint a pot and receive a beautiful succulent plant as well!
April
08 — Mini Piñatas — Decorate mini piñatas to take home.
16 — Mexican-Inspired Jewelry: Clay — Create unique jewelry using clay charms and glass beads.
30 — Sculptures and Pendants — Decorate and paint clay sculptures and pendants with bold Mexican motifs.
30 — Trasteritos — Discover the layout of traditional kitchens and decorate a mini-trastero, which is a cupboard or doorless cabinet commonly found in Mexican kitchens.
May
Piñatas (Two sessions) — Design, build, and decorate a full-size festive piñata.
Mexican-Inspired Jewelry: Palm Leaf — Craft earrings, pendants, or charms using palm leaf trims and glass beads.
Corn Husk Flowers — Create delicate flowers using dyed corn husks.
June
Mexican-Inspired Jewelry: Talavera — Design jewelry pieces inspired by Talavera and glass beads.
Alebrijes Painting — Paint fantastical mini alebrije creatures with bold, vibrant designs.
Imagine Mexico: Art Enrichment program, made possible by the West Harlem Development Corporation, the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and by The Mosaic Network and Fund (MNF).