ANDEAN SYMBOLS PAINTED ON A WINE GLASS

Facilitator: Ximena Montecino

Thursday, April 17 at 7pm

Join us on April 17 for a creative and fun evening of crafting, where you'll paint your own wine glass using special acrylic paints designed for glass surfaces. Led by visual and multidisciplinary artist Ximena Montecino, this 2-hour workshop invites you to take a creative journey into Andean culture as you explore symbols like the Mountain of Seven Colours, the Chakana, and snakes, weaving them into your own unique design.

Ximena will guide you step-by-step through the process, beginning with a demonstration on canvas to help you better understand the shapes and colours before transferring them to your wine glass. While following the guided design, you’ll also have the freedom to express your personal creativity, adding your own artistic touch to your wine glass. 

Whether you're new to painting or an experienced artist, this workshop is designed for everyone to enjoy. By the end of the evening, you’ll leave with a beautifully painted wine glass that reflects your connection to Andean culture and your own creative spirit. 

No experience necessary, just bring your imagination! For those who want to take the

ir experience further and display their creations, we invite you to join Saturday Mingling on April 26, a lively evening of artistic sharing where community members and artists come together to celebrate the creative journey.

This Crafting workshop is part of Jamii's April cycle, guided by lead artist Carolina Rojas, and centred around the theme of the Chakana—an ancestral Andean symbol representing the connection between the spiritual, earthly, and inner realms. Through these workshops in dancing, painting, crafting, sewing,singing and creative writing, we’ll reflect on how these ancient teachings resonate with our modern lives, connecting us to nature, the cycles of life, and our community. “This is an invitation to reinterpret the meaning of the Chakana, connecting its ancient wisdom with our modern experiences.” – Carolina Rojas.

This workshop will take place on April 17, at 7 p.m.

CREATING A CHAKANA-INSPIRED PENDANT WITH POLYMER CLAY

Facilitator: Josefina Vera Toro

Thursday, April 24 at 7pm

Join us on April 24 for an evening of creativity and cultural exploration in this hands-on workshop, where you’ll craft your own Chakana-inspired pendant using polymer clay. The Chakana, which means 'bridge' or 'to cross over' in Quechua, is a powerful symbol of the universe and all life within it. Though its meaning varies across different Andean communities, the Chakana is universally recognized as a symbol of connection and balance.

Led by Chilean designer Josefina Vera Toro (aka Pepa), this 2-hour workshop invites you to connect with the symbolism of the Chakana while crafting a personalized pendant. Josefina will guide you through each step, helping you create a unique piece that reflects your own interpretation of the Chakana and its cultural significance. Whether you’re familiar with polymer clay or a complete beginner, this workshop will provide a relaxed, supportive environment to explore your creativity. At the end of the evening, you’ll leave with your own custom-made pendant, a meaningful piece of art that bridges your personal story with the deep traditions of the Andean culture.

All materials will be provided. No experience necessary, just bring your imagination and respect for tradition! For those who want to take their experience further and display their creations, we invite you to join Saturday Mingling on April 26, a lively evening of artistic sharing where community members and artists come together to celebrate the creative journey.

This Crafting workshop is part of Jamii's April cycle, guided by lead artist Carolina Rojas, and centred around the theme of the Chakana—an ancestral Andean symbol representing the connection between the spiritual, earthly, and inner realms. Through these workshops in dancing, painting, crafting, sewing,singing and creative writing, we’ll reflect on how these ancient teachings resonate with our modern lives, connecting us to nature, the cycles of life, and our community. “This is an invitation to reinterpret the meaning of the Chakana, connecting its ancient wisdom with our modern experiences.” – Carolina Rojas.

This workshop will take place on April 24, at 7 p.m.