Frequently Asked Questions

Based on recent feedback, modules have changed in length. Module 1 & 2 will be 9 weeks series. And Module 3: Mundillo Lace making will be a 3-week intensive.

No! This workshop series is open to all skill levels.

The workshop cohorts will be a mixed age group ranging from ages 14 up to senior.

We will be prioritizing folk from our immediate community by opening registration to the following zip codes: Kensington- 19125 , Norris Square- 19122, Fairhill- 19133

If there are open spaces after the initial registration for these communities we will open registration for the greater Philadelphia area.

The hourly rate for workshop participants is $15/hr for a combined total of 36 workshop hours across the sessions. Total compensation for attendance will be $540 per participant.

No! These workshops are open to all and embrace individuals of all races, nationalities, and ethnic backgrounds. We foster an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and respected.

No, we will not require income verification to qualify for the workshops.

We hope that all participants are able to attend the workshop dates, but we understand that things can come up. If participants can’t attend they are able to sign up for our open studio hours on Saturdays from 11AM - 2PM to make up any progress they might have missed.

Participants are able to sign up for open studio hours on Saturdays from 11AM - 2PM to make up any workshop they might have missed or for extra time to work on their projects. Participants must sign up for open studio hours prior to coming in using the contact provided.

If participants need the teaching artist available to make up for missing a workshop they must request that during their sign up. Participants can also use the studio to work independently as long as they sign up.

Modules will only open up for sign up a month or so before the workshops begin. Participants in cohorts of previous modules will have early access to sign up for upcoming modules.

The best way to stay informed on all Tramando updates including workshop registration would be to sign up for our newsletter. We will also announce registration on all of our social media accounts and Taller Puertorriqueño’s main website as well as the Tramando website.

Participants can choose to be part of the installation if they are able to, it will be created under the guidance of visiting artists and the program lead. They can also just submit / donate their artwork created throughout their module to be included in the final art installation. We will have an unveiling celebration and event to view the final artwork and all participants will be invited to attend.

We will be taking photos and video throughout the workshops culminating in a documented gallery style photo series. We will ask that all participants sign a photo release form at the start of the workshops.

We will provide all materials needed and participants won't need to buy anything to be part of the cohort. Participants are welcome to bring their own if they wish to use a specific kind of material for their projects, but otherwise we will have all materials needed.