OPEN STUDIO: PUTTING THE LUEVANOS IN STUDIO LUEVANOS
Our recent Friday evening Open Studio’s have been electric! In May Open Studio times were moved from Saturday afternoons to Friday evenings from 5-7. This move was to better accommodate access for neighbors and local youth. Additionally Mary Luevanos, Studio Luevanos’ namesake, was added as a weekly facilitator of activities during this time. These adjustments have been received beautifully by neighbors, youth, and artists. Involvement by all three groups has increased as a result.
Mary Luevanos, a local artist and community activist, has lived in worked in Southwest Detroit for decades. In particular her skills in storytelling and facilitation of creative processes are widely appreciated and acknowledged by local families, youth, and peers. Her dedication to craft and commitment to advocacy for many younger generations’ artists and leaders have enabled Mary to serve as an inspirational force in Southwest Detroit. A core group of younger children is forming at TAP as activities in screen printing, puppet making, tie dying, instruments, storytelling, and painting have occurred over the past several weeks. TAP is privileged to have access to Mary’s brand of creativity during her time at Open Studio. We invite you to enjoy Friday evenings with Mary with your family, children, and friends at The Alley Project.