Serpentina Arts ENCUENTROS Creative Collaboration series advances Minnesota Latinx visual artists through art events

This project includes: 1) Storytelling through Identity Exploration and Narratives within a public sphere uses traditional methods of puppeteering and textile techniques to address contemporary issues; 2) Public Art On-Point On-Site is about transforming a public space to reflect community values; 3) The Power of Print uses innovative versatile contemporary print methods for making multiple statements; and 4) How to Navigate the Artworld even when you are in the Midwest. Each ENCUENTROS theme will have a series of three events. Each of the themes will have workshops for artists of all levels Many of the ENCUENTROS activities will include food or refreshments as it is an important cultural component for community building and helps to increase attendance.