Our D.I.Y. Silkscreen workshop with Oscar Rodriguez is back Saturday, April 27, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Cultivarte Studios! Our one-day do-it-yourself workshop teaches participants to transfer their designs or photos onto a screen. Prepared screens can be used to print on a variety of surfaces including paper, textiles, and clothing. With this class, you can make posters or print your design on a tote bag. Space is limited, register now via Eventbrite!

Did you register? Know before you go:

• Bring two copies of either a photo or design, printed on transparency sheets in black and white, to this workshop (acetate/transparency film for inkjet printers). *Transparency sheets can be purchased at your local office supply store or on site during the workshop and you can draw your design. 

• The printouts should measure no larger than 8-1/2 x 11 inches. *Images can be printed at a print and copy center such as Staples and FedEx Office Print & Ship Center.

• A limited number of tote bags are available for purchase. If you wish to purchase on site, let your teaching artist know.

• All other materials will be provided. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own paper, or tote bags on which they wish to print their designs.

This workshop is recommended for ages 12 years and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult

Limited parking on-site or street parking.

#SHGWorkshop #DIYPrintmaking #ArtWorkshop

Our D.I.Y. Silkscreen workshop is back Saturday, May 25, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Cultivarte Studios, located at 4346 Gage Ave, Bell, CA 90201. Our one-day do-it-yourself workshop teaches participants to transfer their designs or photos onto a screen. Prepared screens can be used to print on a variety of surfaces including paper, textiles, and clothing. With this class, you can make posters or print your design on a tote bag. Space is limited. 

Did you register? Know before you go:

• Bring two copies of either a photo or design, printed on transparency sheets in black and white, to this workshop (acetate/transparency film for inkjet printers). *Transparency sheets can be purchased at your local office supply store or on site during the workshop and you can draw your design. 

• The printouts should measure no larger than 8-1/2 x 11 inches. *Images can be printed at a print and copy center such as Staples and FedEx Office Print & Ship Center.

• A limited number of tote bags are available for purchase. If you wish to purchase on site, let your teaching artist know.

• All other materials will be provided. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own paper, or tote bags on which they wish to print their designs.

This workshop is recommended for ages 12 years and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult

Register now via Eventbrite!

Street parking is available

#SHGWorkshop #DIYPrintmaking #ArtWorkshop

Join us for an Earth Day Celebration and the launch of our 2024 Nature, Art and Healing Workshop series in collaboration with the beautiful Willowbrook Community Garden. Roneika Pinkney, garden leader and master gardener will guide us in a nature related art activity. The workshop is free and open to all ages, all materials will be provided to participants. Walk-ins are welcome.

Can’t join in April? Our monthly Urban Garden workshops will be held every third Saturday of the month, 11:30-1:30 and runs through August, 2024.

Space is limited, register here to secure your spot. See you in the garden!

#NatureArtHealing #UrbanGarden #SHGWorkshops #PSTArt #PSTinLA

L ocation

The Willowbrook Community Garden is located at 647 E 121st St, Los Angeles CA 90059.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Our D.I.Y. Silkscreen workshop with Ernesto Vazquez is back Saturday, March 23, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Art Share L.A.! Our one-day do-it-yourself workshop teaches participants to transfer their designs or photos onto a screen. Prepared screens can be used to print on a variety of surfaces including paper, textiles, and clothing. With this class, you can make posters or print your design on a tote bag. Space is limited. 

Register here.

Did you register? Know before you go:

• Bring two copies of either a photo or design, printed on transparency sheets in black and white, to this workshop (acetate/transparency film for inkjet printers). *Transparency sheets can be purchased at your local office supply store or on site during the workshop and you can draw your design.

• The printouts should measure no larger than 8-1/2 x 11 inches. *Images can be printed at a print and copy center such as Staples and FedEx Office Print & Ship Center.

• A limited number of tote bags are available for purchase. If you wish to purchase on site, let your teaching artist know.

• All other materials will be provided. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own paper, or tote bags on which they wish to print their designs.

This workshop is recommended for ages 12 years and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. Register now to secure your spot!

The DIY Silkscreen Workshop will be held at Art Share L.A. Art Share is located at 801 E 4th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90013. Street and lot parking near Art Share LA is limited. We strongly encourage the use of ride-sharing services, public transit, or cycling. We recommend Best Auto Park in the Little Tokyo Galleria. Ride Share Drop-off and Pick-up location is 801 E 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

#SHGWorkshop #DIYPrintmaking #ArtWorkshop

Location

The workshop will be held at Art Share L.A. Art Share is located at 801 E 4th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Parking

Street and lot parking near Art Share LA is limited. We strongly encourage the use of ride-sharing services, public transit, or cycling. We recommend Best Auto Park in the Little Tokyo Galleria. Ride Share Drop-off and Pick-up location is 801 E 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops

Our D.I.Y. Silkscreen workshop with Ernesto Vazquez is back Saturday, February 24, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Art Share L.A.! Our one-day do-it-yourself workshop teaches participants to transfer their designs or photos onto a screen. Prepared screens can be used to print on a variety of surfaces including paper, textiles, and clothing. With this class, you can make posters or print your design on a tote bag. Space is limited.

Register here.

Did you register? Know before you go:

• Bring two copies of either a photo or design, printed on transparency sheets in black and white, to this workshop (acetate/transparency film for inkjet printers). *Transparency sheets can be purchased at your local office supply store or on site during the workshop and you can draw your design.

• The printouts should measure no larger than 8-1/2 x 11 inches. *Images can be printed at a print and copy center such as Staples and FedEx Office Print & Ship Center.

• A limited number of tote bags are available for purchase. If you wish to purchase on site, let your teaching artist know.

• All other materials will be provided. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own paper, or tote bags on which they wish to print their designs.

This workshop is recommended for ages 12 years and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. Register now to secure your spot!

The DIY Silkscreen Workshop will be held at Art Share L.A. Art Share is located at 801 E 4th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90013. Street and lot parking near Art Share LA is limited. We strongly encourage the use of ride-sharing services, public transit, or cycling. We recommend Best Auto Park in the Little Tokyo Galleria. Ride Share Drop-off and Pick-up location is 801 E 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

#SHGWorkshop #DIYPrintmaking #ArtWorkshop

Location

The workshop will be held at Art Share L.A. Art Share is located at 801 E 4th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Parking

Street and lot parking near Art Share LA is limited. We strongly encourage the use of ride-sharing services, public transit, or cycling. We recommend Best Auto Park in the Little Tokyo Galleria. Ride Share Drop-off and Pick-up location is 801 E 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops

Join Self Help Graphics for our monthly Wellness Wednesday workshop at Latinx with Plants on February 21 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. During these times of collective consciousness of the struggles facing many communities, we bear witness and hold space for suffering worldwide, raising a need for places to gather in community. Facilitator Xochitl Palmera will guide you to gather and ground and have an opportunity to share palabra, cantos, and the heart-healing medicine of Xocolatl. In Lak'ech: Collective Care for Collective Grieving will be a space for community members to hold each other and make space for us by us.

Register here.

#WellnessWednesday #Mindfulness

Location

Latinx with Plants is located at 2208 Cesar Chavez Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90033, between Cornwell St. and N. Chicago St.
Parking

Use the paid parking lot on Chicago St. There is also limited metered parking on Cesar Chavez Ave and Chicago St. Additionally, neighborhood parking is free and doesn't require a permit.
Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Our annual Holiday Marketplace returns on Saturday, December 2 from 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. with some of LA’s finest cultural artists and artisans, specializing in unique gifts for the holidays! Our Holiday Marketplace is one of our favorite pop-ups of the year to shop, and eat delicious food prepared by a local street food vendor; sprinkled with cultural fun holiday vibes at Art Share L.A.! Register here.

Shop for art, high-quality handmade goods, crafts, and decor from local artisans, designers, and artists. Plus, take advantage of special pricing on select fine prints with proceeds benefiting our organization! When you shop at our Holiday Marketplace, you support independent makers and invest in the community.

The Holiday Marketplace will be held at Art Share L.A. Art Share is located at 801 E 4th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90013. Street and lot parking near Art Share LA is limited. We strongly encourage the use of ride-sharing services, public transit, or cycling. We recommend Best Auto Park in the Little Tokyo Galleria. RideShare Drop-off and Pick-up location is 801 E 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Register now to attend!

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Our D.I.Y. Silkscreen workshop with Oscar Rodriguez is back Saturday, November 18, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Art Share L.A.! Our one-day do-it-yourself workshop teaches participants to transfer their designs or photos onto a screen. Prepared screens can be used to print on a variety of surfaces including paper, textiles, and clothing. With this class, you can make posters or print your design on a tote bag. Space is limited, register here to participate!

Did you register? Know before you go:

Bring two copies of either a photo or design, printed on transparency sheets in black and white, to this workshop (acetate/transparency film for inkjet printers). *Transparency sheets can be purchased at your local office supply store or on site during the workshop and you can draw your design.

The printouts should measure no larger than 8-1/2 x 11 inches. *Images can be printed at a print and copy center such as Staples and FedEx Office Print & Ship Center.

A limited number of tote bags are available for purchase. If you wish to purchase on site, let your teaching artist know.

All other materials will be provided. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own paper, or tote bags on which they wish to print their designs.

This workshop is recommended for ages 12 years and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. Register on Eventbrite here to secure your spot!

Location

The Advanced Linocut workshop will be held at Art Share L.A. Art Share is located at 801 E 4th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Parking

Street and lot parking near Art Share LA is limited. We strongly encourage the use of ride-sharing services, public transit, or cycling. We recommend Best Auto Park in the Little Tokyo Galleria. Ride Share Drop-off and Pick-up location is 801 E 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops

Join us for our Día de los Muertos season art workshops, where you can create beautiful crafts that honor the deceased. Workshops will be held on Saturdays in October 2023, specifically on October 7, 14, 21, 28, from 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. at the East Los Angeles County Library. 

The free seasonal workshops feature exciting activities such as Papel Picado, crafting Paper Marigolds, creating Calaca Paper Cutouts, and decorating a Pre-made Calaca Magnet that participants can take home. Please note that the  Pre-made Calaca Magnet workshops are only available on the 21st and the 28th of October. The workshops are free for all ages, and all materials are included. All workshops will be happening each Saturday, and registrants are welcome to participate in multiple workshops when they arrive.

Our free Día de Los Metros Community Workshops will be held inside the Community Room, at the East Los Angeles County Library. Limited public parking is available. The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station, at 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Space is limited, register now to attend! Workshops are open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Masks are optional. Please note that minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of all ages workshops.

Location

The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Parking

Limited on-site or street parking available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops #SHGDOD2023

Join us for our Día de los Muertos season art workshops, where you can create beautiful crafts that honor the deceased. Workshops will be held on Saturdays in October 2023, specifically on October 7, 14, 21, 28, from 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. at the East Los Angeles County Library. 

The free seasonal workshops feature exciting activities such as Papel Picado, crafting Paper Marigolds, creating Calaca Paper Cutouts, and decorating a Pre-made Calaca Magnet that participants can take home. Please note that the  Pre-made Calaca Magnet workshops are only available on the 21st and the 28th of October. The workshops are free for all ages, and all materials are included. All workshops will be happening each Saturday, and registrants are welcome to participate in multiple workshops when they arrive.

Our free Día de Los Metros Community Workshops will be held inside the Community Room, at the East Los Angeles County Library. Limited public parking is available. The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station, at 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Space is limited, register now to attend! Workshops are open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Masks are optional. Please note that minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of all ages workshops.

Location

The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Parking

Limited on-site or street parking available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops #SHGDOD2023

***Wellness Wednesday evenings of mindfulness and self-care take place on third Wednesdays of the month at Latinx with Plants in Boyle Heights.***

Join us on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 for our monthly Wellness Wednesday Workshop at Latinx with Plants inspired by our Día de los Muertos season. Led by Cayetano Talavera, this workshop aims to introduce participants to the natural dyeing process, utilizing marigold flowers, commonly associated with the celebration of the Día de Los Muertos. Exploring the art of natural dyeing not only fosters creativity but also promotes a sense of wellness by reconnecting with nature. The therapeutic process of tying, dipping, and dyeing with cempasúchil (marigold) flowers will offer a relaxing and meditative experience, promoting a sense of well-being and tranquility. No experience required. Recommended for Ages 15+.

Space is limited, register here to attend.

#SHGWorkshops #WellnessWednesday

Location

Latinx with Plants is located at 2208 Cesar Chavez Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90033, between Cornwell St. and N. Chicago St.

Parking

Use the paid parking lot on Chicago St. There is also limited metered parking on Cesar Chavez Ave and Chicago St. Additionally, neighborhood parking is free and doesn't require a permit.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Join us for our Día de los Muertos season art workshops, where you can create beautiful crafts that honor the deceased. Workshops will be held on Saturdays in October 2023, specifically on October 7, 14, 21, 28, from 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. at the East Los Angeles County Library. 

The free seasonal workshops feature exciting activities such as Papel Picado, crafting Paper Marigolds, creating Calaca Paper Cutouts, and decorating a Pre-made Calaca Magnet that participants can take home. Please note that the  Pre-made Calaca Magnet workshops are only available on the 21st and the 28th of October. The workshops are free for all ages, and all materials are included. All workshops will be happening each Saturday, and registrants are welcome to participate in multiple workshops when they arrive.

Our free Día de Los Metros Community Workshops will be held inside the Community Room, at the East Los Angeles County Library. Limited public parking is available. The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station, at 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Space is limited, register now to attend! Workshops are open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Masks are optional. Please note that minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of all ages workshops.

Location

The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Parking

Limited on-site or street parking available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops #SHGDOD2023

Join us for our Día de los Muertos season art workshops, where you can create beautiful crafts that honor the deceased. Workshops will be held on Saturdays in October 2023, specifically on October 7, 14, 21, 28, from 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. at the East Los Angeles County Library. 

The free seasonal workshops feature exciting activities such as Papel Picado, crafting Paper Marigolds, creating Calaca Paper Cutouts, and decorating a Pre-made Calaca Magnet that participants can take home. Please note that the  Pre-made Calaca Magnet workshops are only available on the 21st and the 28th of October. The workshops are free for all ages, and all materials are included. All workshops will be happening each Saturday, and registrants are welcome to participate in multiple workshops when they arrive.

Our free Día de Los Metros Community Workshops will be held inside the Community Room, at the East Los Angeles County Library. Limited public parking is available. The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station, at 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Space is limited, register now to attend! Workshops are open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Masks are optional. Please note that minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of all ages workshops.

Location

The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Parking

Limited on-site or street parking available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops #SHGDOD2023

Join artists and master altaristas Ofelia Esparza and Rosanna Esparza-Ahrens for a paper marigold flower workshop. The flowers made in this intimate workshop will be used for Self Help Graphics community altar, showcased at the East LA County Library. The community altar is a yearly tradition the Esparza family brings to SHG’s celebration season.

If you would like to make paper marigolds for your own ofrenda, we invite you to join us for our Community Art Workshops at the East LA Library, happening every Saturday in October.

Space is limited, register here to attend.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops #SHGDOD2023

Location and Parking

Tonalli Studio, 4539 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90022. Street parking is available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Meet us in Willowbrook for Self Help Graphics & Art’s Urban Garden: Nature, Art and Healing Workshop on Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

This free, family-friendly workshop series is held every 3rd Saturday of the month at the Willowbrook Community Garden. Participants will explore fun ways to connect to nature, art and healing. In this workshop, learn about mushroom remediation with David Alexander from Tawa Compost and make art with a workshop facilitated by the Willowbrook Community Garden leader and artist, Roneika Pinkney.

Space is limited, register here to attend. See you in the garden!

#NatureArtHealing #UrbanGarden #SHGWorkshops #PSTArt #PSTinLA

Location

The Willowbrook Community Garden is located at 647 E 121st St, Los Angeles CA 90059.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Experiment and create linocut prints with artist Pavel Acevedo. This workshop is an opportunity for individuals with intermediate to advanced knowledge in this medium to have an intimate experience of learning and working with Pavel.

Attendees will create 8x5 prints and can bring a sketch of the same size. Supplies will be provided.

*Tickets: $40

*Max Workshop Participants: 8

*Ages: 18+

This workshop is recommended for ages 18+. Register to reserve your spot here!

The Advanced Linocut workshop will be held at Art Share L.A. Art Share is located at 801 E 4th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90013. Street and lot parking near Art Share LA is limited. We strongly encourage the use of ride-sharing services, public transit, or cycling. We recommend Best Auto Park in the Little Tokyo Galleria. Ride Share Drop-off and Pick-up location is 801 E 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Location

The Advanced Linocut workshop will be held at Art Share L.A. Art Share is located at 801 E 4th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Parking

Street and lot parking near Art Share LA is limited. We strongly encourage the use of ride-sharing services, public transit, or cycling. We recommend Best Auto Park in the Little Tokyo Galleria. Ride Share Drop-off and Pick-up location is 801 E 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops

Join us on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. for our monthly Family Workshop at the East Los Angeles County Library with teaching artist, Victoria Delgadillo! In September, Victoria will lead a Geometric Painting workshop where participants can freely explore and express their creativity through simple geometric shapes. The teaching artist will guide participants on a journey of self-expression and encourage them to infuse their distinct history, stories, and traditions into mesmerizing patterns and forms until they find the perfect layout that resonates with them. Register on Eventbrite here.

Our monthly free Family Workshop is held inside the Community Room, at the East Los Angeles County Library. Limited public parking is available. The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station, at 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Space is limited, registration is highly encouraged. This workshop is open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Masks are optional.

Location

The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Parking

Limited on-site or street parking available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops

Join us on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. for Self Help Graphics & Art's Biennial Printmaking Summit at the Eastside Print Fair, located at the Vincent Price Art Museum (VPAM), on the campus of East Los Angeles College (ELAC).

View print demonstrations, participate in workshops and collect prints by participating local artists. Eastside Print Fair participating artists include: Ernesto Vazquez, Kalli Arte, Daniel González, Francis Robateau, Cultivarte Studios, Erick Martinez, Jimmy Saldivar, Harry Diaz, Fabrica Marrano, Cielo y Tierra Collective, Huachumalotus, Xicana Tiahui, Isela Ortiz, Other Books LA, Por La Mano Press y Arte, Viktor Rosas, Tarjetas Con Amor, Las Chicas Peligrosas, Gio Rubio, and Martha Carillo, with more to come!

Biennial Printmaking Summit workshops will be announced soon! Registration will be required to participate in workshops.

Self Help Graphics & Art's Biennial Printmaking Summit and Eastside Print Fair are organized in collaboration with VPAM and the Art Department at ELAC.

#EastsidePrintFair #BiennialPrintSummit #SelfHelpGraphics

Location

The Vincent Price Art Museum (VPAM) is located at1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez Monterey Park, CA. 91754, on the campus of East LA College. The museum is on the corner of Avenida Cesar Chavez and Collegian Ave.

Parking, Accessibility and Rideshare Drop-Off

Free parking is located on the corner of Floral Dr. and Collegian Ave. Parking is a short, two-block distance, to the museum. VPAM's accessibility and rideshare drop-off is located on Collegian Ave, at the driveway round about, in front of the museum (ELAC S1 Building).

Laguna Art Museum presents upcoming exhibition, Marking an Era: Celebrating Self Help Graphics & Art at 50, opening August 19 from 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at Laguna Art Museum. The exhibition will be on view from August 19-January 15, 2024.

Marking an Era: Celebrating Self Help Graphics & Art at 50 is Laguna Art Museum’s largest selection of works by SHG artists from the museum’s collection to date. Curated by Curatorial Fellow and Guest Curator Rochelle Steiner, Marking an Era: Celebrating Self Help Graphics & Art at 50 offers a contemporary look at the earliest works and themes that have initiated countless discussions and collaborations at the heart of Chicana/o/x art making in the region and beyond.

Learn more here.

***Self Help Graphics' Family Workshop is held 2nd Saturdays of the month at the East Los Angeles County Library, inside the Community Room.***

Join us on Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. for our monthly Family Workshop at the East Los Angeles County Library. We welcome Teaching Artist Ernesto Vasquez, who will lead a Block Printing on Tote Bags workshop. Participants will learn how to create a handmade stamp using E-Z-Cut Printing Blocks and carving tools, and foam sheet cut outs that will be stamped on tote bags. Come and create fun designs and a one-of-a-kind totebag to take home!

Register here.

This workshop is open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Space is limited, registration is highly encouraged. Masks are optional.

Our monthly free Family Workshop will be held at the East Los Angeles Library every second Saturday of the month in the Community Room. Limited public parking is available. The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio

Location

The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Parking

Limited on-site or street parking available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops

***Self Help Graphics' Family Workshop is held at the East Los Angeles County Library, inside the Community Room.***

Have fun at our Family Workshop making special poster screen prints July 8th at 1pm at the East Los Angeles Library!

Join us on July 8 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. for our monthly Family Workshop at the East Los Angeles County Library. We welcome Teaching Artist Oscar Rodriguez, who will lead a Stencil Screen Printing workshop. Participants will learn how to create a handmade stencil and have it printed on a poster with vibrant inks. Come and create fun designs and a one-of-a-kind poster to take home!

Space is limited, register now to participate. This workshop is open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Masks are optional.

Our monthly free Family Workshop will be held at the East Los Angeles Library every second Saturday of the month in the Community Room. Limited public parking is available. The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

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Location

The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Parking

Limited on-site or street parking available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

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Join us for our Urban Garden: Medicinal Plants and Artmaking free workshop at the Willowbrook Community Garden on Saturday, June 17 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Learn about local medicinal plants and their use with Dr. Elena Esparza. Stay and make art with local artist Ronieka Pinkney.

Urban Garden: Nature, Art and Healing is SHG's new monthly workshop series centering on the environment, mental health, and food sustainability as a holistic way of living. Elevating the Willowbrook Community Garden as a site of learning and sharing, we are addressing food and environmental inequity through empowerment, art, and knowledge.

Register here to attend.

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Know Before You Go

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

***Self Help Graphics' Family Workshop is held 2nd Saturdays of the month at the East Los Angeles County Library, inside the Community Room.***

In June we welcome the American Museum of Ceramic Art's (AMOCA) Mud Mobile team, as they take over SHG’s monthly family workshop on Saturday, June 10 from 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. at the East Los Angeles Library! The 'Mud Mobile' educators will lead the whole family in a clay workshop. The class will begin by looking at 1-5 pieces of artwork from their education collection while learning about their background and basic clay working techniques to create an art piece.

Space is limited, register now to attend! This workshop is open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Masks are optional.

Our monthly free Family Workshop will be held at the East Los Angeles Library every second Saturday of the month in the Community Room. Limited public parking is available. The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio

Location

The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Parking

Limited on-site or street parking available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Please join us as we celebrate 50 years of art and culture making with the return of our Biennial Paper Fashion Gala and Runway Show on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. The event will take place at Frankie LA, located at 300 S Mission Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90033 in Boyle Heights.

This year's fashion show and runway event will honor Bank of America, Rose Ramirez (Former Board Member) and Judithe Hernandez (SHG Legacy Artist) The runway show will showcase 13 designs of wearable paper fashion motivated by prints selected from Self Help Graphics’ vast archive.

Learn more at www.selfhelpgraphics.com/paperfashiongala. Purchase tickets on Eventbrite here.

Join us for our Urban Garden: Nature, Art and Healing free workshop at the Willowbrook Community Garden on Saturday, May 20 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Learn gardening tips and about the importance of composting from LA Compost members, as well as how to make natural dyes with flowers and plants.

Urban Garden: Nature, Art and Healing is SHG's new monthly workshop series centering on the environment, mental health, and food sustainability as a holistic way of living. Elevating the Willowbrook Community Garden as a site of learning and sharing, we are addressing food and environmental inequity through empowerment, art, and knowledge.

Register here to attend!

#NatureartandHealing #PSTLA #SinksPlacesWeCallHome #NatureArtandHealing #PSTLA #PST2024

Know Before You Go

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

***Beginning April 2023, our Family Workshops will take place on second Saturdays of the month at the East Los Angeles County Library, inside the Community Room.***

Join us for our monthly free Family Workshop on Saturday, May 13, at 1:00 p.m. at the East Los Angeles Library. Lead artist Victoria Delgadillo will lead a fabric mâché workshop. Participants will learn a useful way to recycle left over scraps of fabric, a saved crochet piece, a favorite appliqué or vintage fabric patch to create a decorative and useful bowl that is meaningful to you.

Space is limited, registration is highly encouraged. This workshop is open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Masks are encouraged, but optional, for workshop participants. Register here.

Our monthly free Family Workshop will be held at the East Los Angeles Library every second Saturday of the month in the Community Room. Limited public parking is available. The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

#SHGFamilyWorkshops #SHGintheBarrio

Location

The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Parking

Limited on-site or street parking available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops

***Beginning April 2023, our Family Workshops will take place on second Saturdays of the month at the East Los Angeles County Library, inside the Community Room.***

On Saturday, April 8, at 1:00 p.m., we welcome Teaching Artist Moni Perez, who’ll lead a Gelli Plate Printing workshop at the East Los Angeles County Library. Participants will gain an understanding of how to use gel plates for image transfers, to create their own unique artworks. Using acrylic paint, gel plates, organic textures and a magazine cut out, participants will learn the steps of rolling paint onto a gel plate, placing the magazine image on the plate, removing, and then printing! 

Space is limited, registration is highly encouraged. This workshop is open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Masks are encouraged, but optional, for workshop participants.

Location

The East Los Angeles County Library is located at 4837 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90022, directly across from the Metro L Line East LA Civic Center Station; located at the intersection of 3rd Street and Mednik Avenue.

Parking

Limited on-site or street parking available.

Info

If you have questions or would like to inquire about special accommodations to participate, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com, M-F, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

#SHGintheBarrio #SHGWorkshops

Join facilitator Xóchitl Palomera in welcoming the Mexica New year with an exercise in radical visioning. We will begin with a grounding meditation then move on to a writing session. The exercise will include a sharing session / plática about collective visioning, the power of palabra (spoken language), and the power of collective declaration. We will then end with a movement meditation to close the space and set our intentions in community. Everyone will take seeds home to grow in this new year.

This workshop is open to all ages, but recommended for ages 15+. No prior experience necessary. Please come with an open mind and heart. Register now to reserve your spot!

#WellnessWednesday

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Know before you go to SHG:

• 😷 Masking is optional but encouraged.

• 🧒🏽 Minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their workshops.

• 💭 Share your memories. Tag us in your photos on FB @selffhelpgraphics, IG or Twitter @shg1970.

• 📷 No unauthorized professional photography allowed.

• 🚙 Use gated parking adjacent to building or street parking.

• 🚊 Our cultural center is also located directly across the street from Mendez High School and the Metro L Line (formerly Gold Line) at the Pico/Aliso station.

Do you have questions about our workshop or need to inquire about special accommodations? Please contact our administrative team at info@selfhelpgraphics.com or call 323-881-6444 with questions M-F, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Join artists Poli Marichal, Micheal Massenberg, Narsiso Martinez, and curator Marianne Sadowski in conversation with Marvella Muro, Director of Artistic Programs and Education, about the recent print portfolio Essential Workers: A Visual Narrative completed in SHG's Professional Print Studio. The artists will share the story behind the essential worker they interviewed and portrayed in their work, process, and participation in this nationwide project.

This program is in conjunction with SHG's exhibition Essential Workers: A Visual Narrative, highlighting and honoring essential workers' contributions and services throughout the US during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is made possible with the generous support of the Pasadena Arts Alliance.

Register now to reserve your spot!

Know before you go to SHG:

• 😷 Masking is optional but encouraged.

• 🧒🏽 Minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their workshops.

• 💭 Share your memories. Tag us in your photos on FB @selffhelpgraphics, IG or Twitter @shg1970.

• 📷 No unauthorized professional photography allowed.

• 🚙 Use gated parking adjacent to building or street parking.

• 🚊 Our cultural center is also located directly across the street from Mendez High School and the Metro L Line (formerly Gold Line) at the Pico/Aliso station.

Do you have questions about our workshop or need to inquire about special accommodations? Please contact our administrative team at info@selfhelpgraphics.com or call 323-881-6444 with questions M-F, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Join us for our monthly free Family Workshop on Saturday, March 11th at 1:00 p.m. at Self Help Graphics. Lead artist Ernesto Vasquez will lead a foam plate relief printing workshop in conjunction with the exhibition Essential Workers: A Visual Narrative.

Participants will utilize foam plates to create a relief print. Relief prints are images created by carving or engraving an image onto a plate of linoleum, wood, or foam. Using simple tools, participants will create a stamp-like image in which they will apply ink to the surface of the foam plate using ink rollers and water-based ink to transfer the image to a sheet of paper.

This workshop is open to all ages and no prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided to participants. Register now to reserve your spot!

#SHGWorkshops

Know before you go to SHG:

• 😷 Masking is optional but encouraged.

• 🧒🏽 Minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their workshops.

• 💭 Share your memories. Tag us in your photos on FB @selffhelpgraphics, IG or Twitter @shg1970.

• 📷 No unauthorized professional photography allowed.

• 🚙 Use gated parking adjacent to building or street parking.

• 🚊 Our cultural center is also located directly across the street from Mendez High School and the Metro L Line (formerly Gold Line) at the Pico/Aliso station.

Do you have questions about our workshop or need to inquire about special accommodations? Please contact our administrative team at info@selfhelpgraphics.com or call 323-881-6444 with questions M-F, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.