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DIY Paper Flowers Workshop hosted by ChiChai Mateo


Make an everlasting bouquet of Philippine florals. We’ll use different paper cutting and folding techniques to make these flowers and leaves come to life. All skills welcome to join.


Meet the Artist: ChiChai Mateo

Francesa - ChiChai (she/her) is an artist, educator, founder of community-first clothing brand Empire in the Air, contributor to Philippines livelihood program GROW by Project PEARLS, and fly Pinay from all over SF Bay Area aka Ohlone land. Whether teaching or creating, her work is intersectional in its roots to nature, feminism, and the dismantling of colonial mindsets. She also coordinates events with the Empire in the Air team that serve as platforms for other artists and small businesses throughout the Bay while collaborating with local organizations.