Ceramic Making Family Workshop

Create and decorate your own clay vessel using ancient techniques. Explore the art of storytelling inspired by images and designs from Greek, Maya, and Moche pottery in this free, drop-in workshop for all ages. Led by artist Patricia Yossen and produced in partnership with Self Help Graphics & Art. Complements the exhibition Picture-Worlds: Maya, Moche, and Greek Painted Pottery.

About Self Help Graphics & Art
Founded in 1970 in the heart of East Los Angeles, Self Help Graphics & Art is dedicated to the production, interpretation, and distribution of prints and other art media by Chicana/o and Latina/o artists. Our multidisciplinary and intergenerational programs promote artistic excellence and empower our community by providing access to space, tools, training, and capital.

About the Artist
Patricia Yossen is a materials and process-based artist exploring the intricate dynamics of group relationships, communities, and the mechanisms that shape our interactions. Her artistic practice integrates her teaching expertise, forging connections that extend far beyond the studio. She is originally from a small town in rural Argentina after several years of additional studies in Mexico City, she found permanent residence in the United States, where she completed an MFA from Pratt Institute. Her experiences as a two-time immigrant infuses her work with a unique cross-cultural perspective making it more accessible and enables fostering a rich, community-based dialogue with diverse audiences.