# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Workshop: Axolotl Alebrijes with Gaby Marván
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: Friday, November 6 - Saturday, November 7   |   9a - 4p daily
Tuition: $150  [MMAM member rate: $140]
Register: https://mmam.org/calendar2/gaby-marvan

Dive into the world of sculptural form, Mexican folk art, and water-inspired storytelling in this two-day cartonería workshop for adults. Over the course of the workshop, participants will create a sculptural axolotl, Mexico’s iconic “smiling” salamander, while exploring its cultural, ecological, and symbolic significance.

Guided by folk artist Gabriela Marván, you will learn the fundamentals of cartonería, a traditional Mexican paper sculpture technique related to papier-mâché, used for generations to make festival figures, masks, and alebrijes. On day one, you will focus on building the armature, working with reused and recycled materials to understand structure, proportion, and three dimensional form. On day two, you will refine the surface and bring your sculpture to life with paint, color, and detail inspired by alebrijes colorful style.

Along the way, you’ll hear stories of axolotls and alebrijes in Mexican history and contemporary culture. You will leave with a completed axolotl sculpture, using basic sculptural skills with paper, and a deeper connection to Mexican folk traditions and the living worlds they honor.

About the instructor:  

Based in Viroqua, Wisconsin, Gabriela Jiménez Marván is driven by a passion for creating timeless artwork that transcends trends and fosters a sense of connection within the community.

For over ten years, she has created sculptures, murals, and illustrations, developing a practice rooted in both tradition and experimentation. 

Central to her work is the traditional technique of cartonería, which originated in Spain and was brought to Mexico in the 16th century. Gabriella constructs her pieces using wire armatures, reed frames, or clay molds, building up layered paper forms. Compared to most papier-mâché, cartonería produces a smoother, stronger surface. The term itself comes from the Spanish word cartón, meaning cardboard or heavy paper. Today, the technique is closely associated with Mexico’s Day of the Dead celebrations, where artists—known as cartoneros—create expressive figures such as Catrinas, skulls, and skeletons to adorn streets, museums, and cultural spaces from October 31 through November 2.

Marván is the recipient of a 2025 Midwest Culture Bearers Award through Arts Midwest.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/winona/workshop-axolotl-alebrijes-with-gaby-marván/200030031029103
- **Event Categories**: workshops, art, festivals, nonprofit, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 29

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Winona
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 800 Riverview Dr, Winona, MN, United States, Minnesota 55987
- **lat**: 44.05718
- **long**: -91.64339
- **full address**: 800 Riverview Dr, Winona, MN, United States, Minnesota 55987

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Workshop: Axolotl Alebrijes with Gaby Marvan being held?
  - **A:** Workshop: Axolotl Alebrijes with Gaby Marvan takes place on Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 800 Riverview Dr, Winona, MN, United States, Minnesota 55987.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Workshop: Axolotl Alebrijes with Gaby Marvan?
  - **A:** Workshop: Axolotl Alebrijes with Gaby Marvan is organized by Minnesota Marine Art Museum.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Minnesota Marine Art Museum's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Minnesota Marine Art Museum a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Minnesota Marine Art Museum has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Workshop: Axolotl Alebrijes with Gaby Marvan is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Winona, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Workshop: Axolotl Alebrijes with Gaby Marvan sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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