In the second of a series of workshops with artist and ecologist Iva Davidová, we will explore the Anthropocene—as an era of extractivism and incompatible yet coexisting relationships—with both our hands and our minds. We will explore this theme through collaborative work on the handmade production of a workbook, in which we will sketch out possibilities for resistance and autonomy.

The workshop, symbolically titled Is There Even Grass Where We’re Headed?, features a workbook focused on a world where reciprocity is fading and a system robs us of the moment of lived presence. We’ll also pause to consider the debate over the privileges of those around us who are autonomous, as well as reflect on why autonomy is out of reach for some—or, for others, should remain out of reach.

We’ll begin at 2:00 PM in the studios of the co.labs cultural center in the basement of the building. Please be punctual.

Entrance to the space is on the side of the building, from the park entrance; you can access it either by elevator or by taking the metal stairs down. The workshop is wheelchair-accessible and open to everyone without exception.