Did you know nature is filled with amazing patterns, including some we might not notice at first glance? Discover their magic as you create your own plant-based mandala! Explore what makes a pattern and take a closer look at the shapes, colors, and textures found all around us. Then, arrange colorful petals, leaves, sticks, and other natural treasures into a one-of-a-kind mandala masterpiece inspired by the beauty of nature!

This event is a ticketed Create! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a free ticket to attend due to limited seating. Tickets may be picked up at the Info Booth in Children’s Alley; a standby line will be available for each workshop in the event a ticketed attendee does not show up.

Paloma Dueñas is an experienced music therapist and teaching artist specializing in autism and sensory integration disorders, working with many different local art organizations. Through her organization, PalomARTS Inc., she collaborates with a variety of institutions and organizations – including The Bass Museum of Art, Institute of Contemporary Art, Arts for Learning, Arts 4 All, Miamibloco, and Miami-Dade County Public Schools – to deliver creative wellness and transformative arts programming. She also serves as a certified sound practitioner and mindfulness instructor, offering inclusive and mindful expressive arts programming using the arts as a therapeutic way of self-expression and a learning tool. In addition to her therapeutic work, Dueñas is a versatile multidisciplinary artist, jazz vocalist, instrumentalist, creator, and artisan selling handmade goods and one-of-a-kind creations at @palomARTS.inc. Learn more about her and her work at  palomarts.com.