The cultural project “El Reparador de Sueños” (The Dream Repairman) is promoting sales and exhibitions of decorative and utilitarian handicrafts. An initiative of the Ana Betancourt Academy of Manual Arts. In collaboration with the Manuel Dositeo Aguilera House of Culture in Holguin.
Yenicet Ricardo Ricardo, director of the institution, reported that the creative group is a benchmark in the promotion of handicrafts. With the dissemination of their work, comprised of all the teachers and some students in different specialties.
She commented that the project develops activities to disseminate techniques and increase the visibility of the center. In addition to participating in events against violence against women and in provincial and national cultural events such as the Book Fair and the May Pilgrimages.
Jani Castillo Ramírez, a member of the group, expressed that she prefers the miscellaneous technique because of the creative freedom it offers. Although she also explores other styles. The items they create are showcased in exhibitions at various venues throughout the city.
Mooreover she noted that these artisanal techniques have changed her life because they provide an escape from daily stress and the monotony of housework. In addition to offering an economic boost to traditional crafts.
The Academy of Handicrafts belongs to the Provincial Enterprise of Local Various Industries and offers more than 30 courses. Including Christmas decorations, knitting, embroidery, patchwork, and sewing, among others. The academy maintains connections with children with disabilities, students, and inmates at correctional facilities.
With information from CNA
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