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Effective January 1: Masks are Optional in VisArts’ Classrooms and Studios
We invite you to join us on this exciting bi-lingual presentation of our Craft + Conversation meet-up where we will experience the art of one of the unique indigenous cultures from Mexico known as the Huichol Peoples, through their distinctive beaded prayer gourd bowls, jaguar heads, lizards, and string paintings from the collection of our Center for Craft Studies Coordinator, Bob Devers and our new Ceramics Studio Manager, Noemi Presas-Castellanos, a native of Mexico City, and a ceramics professional with 30+ years in studio management, product development, and innovative design.
In the vibrant tapestry of Huichol culture, few objects hold as much significance as the gourd bowl. Known as “xukuri” in the Wixárika language, these bowls are more than mere vessels; they are sacred objects imbued with spiritual meaning and cultural heritage. Used predominantly by shamans during ceremonies, gourd bowls play a crucial role in the religious and cultural practices of the Huichol people. Let’s delve into the profound significance of the gourd bowl in Huichol culture, exploring its symbolic meanings, ceremonial uses, and the intricate artistry that goes into its creation.
This Center for Craft Studies program is made possible in part by a generous grant from the Windgate Foundation.
Please use the Notes section on the registration form to list needed accommodations.
Classes require a minimum enrollment of four students. If classes must be cancelled due to low enrollment, students will be informed one week prior to the start of the class and issued a full refund.
