Delve into the fascinating history of Alebrijes, Mexican folk art sculptures of fantastical creatures, and discover the symbolic significance behind these whimsical beings. Ages 16+ Learn about the cultural and historical roots of Alebrijes, exploring the fascinating interplay between ancient folklore and contemporary soft sculpture. From mythical creatures to dream-inspired designs, students have the freedom to infuse the creations with individual style, symbolic elements, and personal narratives to add meaning to the soft sculptures. Gain skills in the basics of soft sculpture, including pattern-making, cutting, stitching, and stuffing to create innovative and unconventional pieces. Embark on an exploration of diverse mediums, examine tactile surfaces and explore non-traditional fiber materials and textile techniques (weaving, textile collage, and felting) to push the boundaries of artistic expression. Key highlights of this class include folk arts fusion, sculpture fundamentals, and personalized storytelling. By the end of class students have a collection of unique soft sculptures, allowing for a deeper appreciation for the cultural roots and artistic voice embedded in Alebrijes. The first class meeting includes lecture, material discussion, ideating and sketching. Open to students ages 16 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration. Required materials Supplies for the first class pen or pencil notebook or sketchbook colored pencils or markers colored paper sheets scissors glue stick masking tape Additional Supplies needed throughout the course newspaper/craft paper armature wire quilt batting - 1 yard Poly-fill - 1 bag fabric muslin cotton (variety of colors) scrapes Beacon Fabri-Tac fabric glue sewing needles thread (variety of colors) - 1-2 spools embroidery floss (variety of colors) Optional supplies acrylic paint (variety of colors) A complete materials list will be discussed at the first class meeting. Students should expect to spend approximately $60–$70 on supplies in addition to tuition.Recommended textbooks Changing Dreams: A Generation of Oaxaca's Woodcarvers Drawn to Stitch: Line, Drawing and Mark-making in Textile Art Mixed Media Textile Art in Three Dimensions Wild Textiles: Grown, Foraged, Found Class resources This class uses Canvas, MCAD’s learning management system. Please see link for more information. Class Savings Register on or before May 13 and save $25. Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only). Additional savings. Are you eligible? Questions Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765. Register Title Non-credit Tuition $139.50 Student's Legal First Name Student's Legal Last Name Student Birthdate Month MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec Day Day12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031 Year Year192419251926192719281929193019311932193319341935193619371938193919401941194219431944194519461947194819491950195119521953195419551956195719581959196019611962196319641965196619671968196919701971197219731974197519761977197819791980198119821983198419851986198719881989199019911992199319941995199619971998199920002001200220032004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019 I agree to the following registration terms and conditions. Date: Thu, Jul 25, 2024 - Thu, Aug 8, 2024 Time: 6:30–9:30 p.m. CST Day(s) of the week: Thursday Ages: Open to students ages 16 and above. Term: Summer 24 Instructor: Ivonne Yáñez Location: In Person SKU: CSFA 9804 01 SU24 Prerequisites: None