Collage and Connect: In Conversation

For this special series, we invite different voices into the virtual studio to stir new ideas in collage and art-making. This interactive and artistic series is designed to celebrate the creative process of collage-making while encouraging conversations that lead to new ideas and inspirations.

Our first guest artist will be Maria Patiño, a multimedia artist with a studio in Little Havana, Miami, FL. Maria works intuitively, guided by memories and imagination; her preferred techniques are mixed media and paper collage. She is interested in the aesthetic of color, texture, and form and its potential to communicate universal messages of the past and present. Scraps from old books, old photographs, and other discarded ephemera become elements of her artwork, merging through layers of colors and textures to create a new story about identity, community, and nostalgic reflection of the past. Maria was born in El Cairo Valle, a remote village located in the Andes mountains in Colombia. She has lived in New York and Texas.

Join us for an exciting online event where we'll explore the world of collage and connect with fellow art enthusiasts. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this event is perfect for anyone looking to unleash their creativity. Grab your scissors, glue, and a cup of your favorite beverage, and let's get creative together!

With the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.