What would an animal look like if it had the wings of a bird, the tail of a dragon and the ears of your pet? Inspired by alebrijes, the colourful and fantastic creatures of Mexican folk art, participants will imagine and create their own hybrid animals, giving them a personality, a name and a story. Using books, illustrations and stories from the library as inspiration, we will explore animals and imaginary creatures and transform these references through drawing, collage, cut-outs and text. Finally, participants will bring their creatures and stories together in an origami book, exploring how a single sheet of paper can become a small space for visual storytelling.

The workshop combines imagination, storytelling and bookmaking, inviting participants to mix existing references and transform them into something new and personal. Both workshop days follow the same concept and can be attended independently.

dates & times
26.10  |  11-14h
27.10  |  11-14h

Location
Heinrich-Schulz-Bibliothek, Otto-Suhr-Allee 98, 10585 Berlin.

Participants
Children and young adults from 6 to 27 years old.

Format
Drop-in, hands-on, experimental, interdisciplinary.

Requirements
No previous experience or materials are needed – come as you are. Participation is free of charge and all materials will be provided.

The workshops are stand-alone sessions, so no prior or sequential participation is required. They are also offered in a drop-in format, meaning you can come and go at any time.

Languages
German, English, Spanish, Swedish.

Accessibility
The Heinrich-Schulz-Bibliothek is wheelchair accessible and has a wheelchair-accessible elevator and restroom.

Art mediators
Julia Fabricius: Graphic Designer & Bookbinder.
Dayma Noa Faez: Linguist, Translator & Researcher.