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Canciones de ti closes November 23!͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR 49TH ANNUAL
DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS SEASON
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A Boyle Heights sunset illuminates Danza Chicomecoatl as they led our annual Día de los Muertos procession from Mariachi Plaza, to Self Help Graphics on November 5. |
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On behalf of the team at Self Help Graphics & Art, we want to share our gratitude for your support of our Día de los Muertos season– an annual Eastside tradition for nearly 50 years! If you attended any of this year’s programs, workshops or events; such as our Celebration, Noche de Ofrenda, exhibition or workshops, please consider filling out this survey and enter to win a 2022 Día de los Muertos t-shirt or tote bag!
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This is the time of year when artists, neighbors, friends, families and our comadre and compadre networks give back at Self Help Graphics and we feel the love! We are so grateful to all who showed up to make paper flowers, papel picado, paper cut-out altars, paper maché calacas and created heartfelt ofrendas in our space! You helped us to make this season meaningful and positive. |
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The season also brought forth some wonderful experiences, like Noche de Ofrenda on November 2 where we payed homage to artists Amos Menjivar and Noni Olabisi, and shared palabra, spoken word, live music and art making. On this night we debuted altars, dedicated to people and causes that matter to our community to a packed house! Our ofrendas will be up through this Saturday, November 12 during our Family Workshop from 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. |
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We also want to give a huge shout-out to our Celebration Muertos Market artists and artisans and food vendors who nourished us with cultura, arte and the sabores of our neighborhood. |
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Special thanks as well to our Día de los Muertos Celebration co-hosts SHG Youth Artivist, Dani Marin and ABC7 reporter, Eric Resendiz; plus our dynamic lineup of performing artists La Mera Candelaria, Spaghetti Cumbia and Aztlan Underground, who elevated the evening with music for the soul that kept us dancing and in the spirit of the season! Our stage was curated by Self Help Graphics and The Paramount, so please check them out too. And Finally, mil gracias to all of YOU who arrived impassioned and ready to enjoy our Celebration and all of its offerings! Thousands came out from near and far in what was a full house, and it’s because of our commUNITY that Día de los Muertos continues to be a long standing and much anticipated tradition from our casita in Boyle Heights, to yours! To continue to support our organization and programs like Día de los Muertos, text DOD2022 to 41444. Read our blog for upcoming Celebration highlights coming soon!!
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VISIT OUR CANCIONES DE TI EXHIBITION
BEFORE IT CLOSES ON NOVEMBER 23
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A local youth poses in front of the Canciones de ti mural (created by Kalli Arte) during our Celebration, in her walking altar gown created by her mother, embelished with red feathers with names of family members who have passed away. |
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Canciones de ti, our Día de los Muertos season exhibition is the cornerstone to our Día de los Muertos season on view for two more weeks, closing Wednesday, November 23! Listen to the playlist compiled by the artists and our team on Spotify here and register to see the exhibit here. Canciones de ti highlights the songs that are fundamental to our connection with our loved ones, keeping their memory and spirit alive. With this celebratory theme, this group exhibition demonstrates the multiple ways we honor these memories. Canciones de ti features the work of artists Kalli Arte, Paul Botello, J Michael Walker, Maritza Torres, Jaime Chavez, Javi Herre, Joe Alvarez, Amina Cruz, Sergio Teran, Denise Silva, Amparo Cortez Chi, Sean Guerra, Jackie Hernandez, Ernie Lucero, Kristofferson San Pablo, Jose Lozano, Ofelia Esparza, Yaneli Delgado, Ione Aceves, Sara Aceves, Dewey Tafoya, Ernesto Vazquez, Jasmine Puentes, Melissa Govea, Gabriel Garcia Roman and Lilia Ramirez.
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WORKSHOPS RESUME THIS WEEKEND
AT SELF HELP GRAPHICS! REGISTER NOW!
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In this all ages Family Workshop: Collage Cover Albums on Saturday, November 12 from 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m., you'll create a collage album cover about your favorite song. This activity is inspired by artist Sergio Teran’s 45 records series, as seen in our Canciones de ti exhibition. While you're here, cut, paste and embellish your album cover for a fun afternoon among community. Our family workshops are bilingual and for all ages. Registration is preferred and drop-ins are welcome.
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Join us for a relaxing Wellness Wednesday evening with healer, Neil Belen on Wed, November 16 from 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.! Neil will share an auditory meditation using crystal singing bowls, gongs and other instruments to guide you into a meditative state. You'll leave feeling peaceful and rested. Register here.
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Learn basic printmaking using a stencil or photo process in our DIY Silkscreen Workshop ($30) with Teaching Artist, Oscar Rodriguez, on Saturday, November 19 and Sunday, December 17, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.! In this class, you'll transfer your digital or hand-painted designs or photos onto a silkscreen from a transparency sheet. Prepared screens can be used to print on a variety of flat surfaces; such as paper, textiles and clothing. Register here. This workshop is recommended for ages 12+. Minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. Hurry and register, space is limited– this workshop will sell out!
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If you love Día de los Muertos and our season of programs and events, please consider becoming a volunteer or making a one-time or recurring donation here or text DOD2022 to 41444. Many thanks! |
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