Myco Transmissions

About the Facilitators

Juan’s extensive research on making microscopic worlds visible intertwines with Micaela’s latest dance explorations of spontaneity, forced actions, and constrictions. Both are Chilean multimedia artists from Museo del Hongo, a pop-up museum that creatively merges art, mycology, and technology.

Objective

This observation and movement workshop explores the symbiotic relationship between fungal mycelium and plant roots, the mycorrhiza. These underground ancient associations have an essential function in maintaining ecological health and plant vitality. Typical mycorrhizal functions of transmission, sheathing, and coiling, among others, will serve as inspiration for body movements, performed individually and in groups along the workshop. 

A walk through Brower Park will serve as a base to study three types of mycorrhizal interactions present in different species there. Participants will discover how these microscopic organisms intertwine in their different ways, translating scientific observation into somatic expression. Suitable for all levels, the workshop encourages participants to connect deeply with nature, developing a personal understanding of ecological symbiosis through movement and reflection.

What's Included

• Guided park walk; identification of species
• Facilitated movement exercises, individual and group
• Educational materials and instruction

What to Bring

• Comfortable clothing suitable for movement
• Weather-appropriate attire
• Encouraged: Please choose to wear either warm or cool colors 
• Water bottle
• Notebook or journal and a pen

Disclaimer

This event will be held outdoors; participants should prepare for varying weather conditions. Please inform the organizer of any accessibility requirements or medical considerations. Participation involves physical movement.

Route Description: 

The workshop will take place at Brower Park, featuring a gentle walking route to observe notable trees like London planetree (Platanus x acerifolia) and Pin oak (Quercus palustris). Exercises will culminate in an open lawn area, ideal for reflection and interpreting the day’s discoveries.

**You will receive an email 2 days prior to the program with location and meet-up details.