Teen Open Studio: LGBT+ Nichos with Vaquero Azul

Nicho, by Vaquero Azul Admission Free · All ages · No registration required Location TAM Studio, Tacoma Art Museum Join Vaquero Azul as we make LGBT+ themed nichos together! In this free, all-ages workshop, you’ll use templates to create your own nicho, customized to honor a family member, an icon who inspires you, a pet, or a loved one. Know before you go: Drop in anytime. Templates and materials are provided. This workshop takes place during Free Thursday Neighborhood Nights, when admission to TAM is free from 5–8pm. Related Events: Vaquero Azul’s Trans Pride Nichos are on view in TAM Studio throughout October, and no admission is required to visit TAM Studio. TAM will also host Vaquero Azul for the Tacoma Studio Tour on Sunday, October 18, 10am–5pm, in TAM Studio. For accessibility information, see Accessibility at TAM → On View in TAM Studio Trans Pride Nichos by Vaquero Azul Throughout the month of October, Vaquero Azul’s Trans Pride Nichos will be on view in TAM Studio. Admission is not required to visit TAM Studio. → About the Artist: Vaquero Azul Vaquero Azul is a Mexican and Puerto Rican, Boriken-Taíno, IndigeQueer illustrator and sewist. Their work focuses on Trans Mexican Euforia and Mesoamerican joy. Vaquero builds spaces of serenity and emotional vulnerability by honoring our past Trancestors through ofrendas all year long. They create empowerment for LGBTQIA+ voices within their workshops and culturally relevant presentations. Vaquero Azul is a recipient of the Tacoma Artist Initiative Program (TAIP), a biennial program established in 1999 to encourage the contributions of individual artists who live in Tacoma. TAIP recognizes the creative expression of artists in our community, financially supports artists in creating new work and growing their skills, and engages the broader community through free public programs presented by funded artists. About the Series Teen Open Studio On the third Thursday of each month, TAM Studio opens up for teens to explore their creativity, connect with peers, and try new techniques and mediums, from painting and drawing to crafts. See all Teen Open Studio programs → Teen Open Studio is generously supported by Tacoma Creates. This workshop is presented in partnership with the Tacoma Artist Initiative Program, a program of the City of Tacoma and Tacoma Arts.