Private Clay Sculpting With A Quitena Artist

On this 3-hour workshop, you will visit Sara Palacio’s home studio and learn about the intricacies of sculpture in clay, and you will have the opportunity to view the artist’s two workshops: The first is ‘muddy’, as Sara calls it, where she produces sculptures every day with the clay she brings from different regions of Ecuador (clay can be different!!). Under Sara’s supervision you will be able to handle the clay and, following the production process step by step, make a small piece using the string or plate techniques. The second is the clean workshop, where Sara uses techniques such as painting, printmaking, drawing and, when she has time to spare, writing her poetry. The visit includes a tour of the extensive garden where you will see several sculptures from her personal collection. Sara will explain how her home and work form part of an artistic endeavour: to preserve and restore Quito’s cultural and historic identity, something she has dedicated herself to for over 30 years. During your visit, you will have the chance to participate in the game of the Spheres and identify aspects of your personality through the choices you make. You will see why the game provides a gateway to understanding the different characters of the city, where these people lived and why they are so interesting. Afterwards, as part of your artistic day, you will be challenged to find ‘your’ sphere in Quito’s colonial centre.

Highlights:

English speaking guide, private transportation, the workshop, rehresfments included.