Piñatas — but bigger, and shinier. Justin Favela made a few adjustments to his usual process when creating his “Capilla de Maíz (Maize Chapel)” in the Grand Salon of the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery. Shimmering gold and green Mylar stepped in for paper and cardboard, the traditional cartonería or piñata making materials, for this large-scale sculpture installation. Justin Favela is a multidisciplinary artist of Guatemalan and Mexican heritage based in Las Vegas, Nevada. His

We had the pleasure of hosting the new Guatemalan Ambassador, Atzum Arévalo de Moscoso, and her family today at the museum. The Guatemalan ambassador was very touched by the exhibits in the museum, and she was kind enough to share with us her experience. Thank you for your visit and moving words. www.fozmuseum.com | FOZ - Friends of Zion Museum