EVENTS

The Zapotec women from Teotitlan del Valle, Oaxaca, mexico are conserving their traditions and expressing their cultural values in their woven rugs. Teotitlan is an indigenous community known around the world for its weaving. Patterns, techniques, and the 'habit' of weaving have been passed down from generation to generation.

In 1996 the women formed their own cooperative, "Vida Nueva". They support each other in their daily struggles and challenges, share ideas and techniques to improve their work, and sell their art directly to customers.

They are very proud of their rich history and traditions. The rugs are entirely handmade of 100% wool and dyed with natural dyes.

Art and Soul May 30, 2009

VAL teamed up with the City of Vacaville for this one day, free family event in Andrews Park. 10 am – 6 pm. Activities included kite making, print making, painting, sculpture, paper making, mural, chalk drawing, live music and more.

The Gallery hosted the Crocker Museum “Art Ark” for the event. On the road since 1980, the Art Ark is distinguished in the nation as one of the first mobile art museums, and one of the few focusing on hands-on learning. The Art Ark has served more than 400,000 students from 450 schools.

Community Painted Mural
Sponsored by Burger City

Printing and Signage Donated by
Downtown Photo and Frame.