TONALLI STUDIO

TONALLI STUDIO TONALLI STUDIO, located in the heart of East Los Angeles is a place of creative wellness that is prou

TONALLI –“that which creates and emanates energy” aka: The East Los Angeles Vortex. www.tonallistudio.com
Wed & Sun 11am-5pm; Thu, Fri & Sat 11am-7pm & for events, workshops and classes. TONALLI STUDIO highlights its commitment to serve and promote the work of women in “Old Town Maravilla”, a Historic neighborhood deeply established in the heart of East Los Angeles. Tonalli was created and committed to its core values of empowerment, creativity, sustainability, wellness and community. Included within its walls is a gallery space for exhibition and diverse events, such as book signings, poetry readings, artist’s conversations and more. Also, throughout the week TONALLI STUDIO transforms to offer life enhancing classes; yoga, dance, movement, and wellness workshops for the community. TONALLI STUDIO is the collaboration among Colibri Vintage Boutique’s owners and associates Ofelia Esparza, Rosanna Esparza Ahrens, Elena Esparza, Endy Bernal and now Marialice Jacob. Each one imparts a rich background in the visual and performance arts, community activism and development, as well as healing, health and wellbeing. Maestra Ofelia is an acclaimed artist and altarista in Los Angeles, having created, participated and served as a consultant for “altar” making for the yearly celebrations of the Day of the Dead-- not only in Los Angeles but also nationally and abroad. Following suite, both daughters Rosanna and Elena are recognized artists and creatives in the community. Rosanna, Co-owner of Sticky Ricks, is a dynamic and fearless artist, designer and visionary. Elena, the East Los Angeles Chicana Chiropractor and Healer, dedicates herself to the community by providing personal health and personal growth workshops. Her latest contribution includes the energy healing work with flower essences and organic herbal remedies. Endy, a performance artist and community organizer, shares her passion for environmental and human rights concerns, through her interactive art form and group workshops. While Marialice brings her diverse experience in the arts, including: dance, teaching, art therapy and curating in art gallery spaces.

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Maritza Torres Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La Mo...
12/01/2025

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Maritza Torres

Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La Morenita: Coatlicue, Tonantzin, Guadalupe” to experience Xitlalic’s vision and poetry.

✨ Follow Our Artistas
Andrea Galvez
Andrea Ramirez
Celina Jacques .jacques
Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl
Edison Roman .ink
endytrece
Erica Friend
Helen Yanez
Jax Esparza Sanders
Jimmy Saldivar
John Jairo Valencia
Karla Camacho
Manny Torres
Maritza Torres
Mi’randa Villanueva
N Repujado
Ofelia Esparza
Susana Figueroa “Sonji”
Vanessa Lopez .ai
Xitlalic Guijosa

ALL DECEMBER EVENTS
🌟 Sat Dec 6 10am-3pm
La Morenita Exhibition Opening Reception
& Holiday Mercadito

🌟 Sun Dec 7 10:30am
Virgen de Guadalupe Procession to ELAC

🌟 Thurs Dec 11 8pm-Midnight
Flor y Canto Virgen de Guadalupe Vigil

🌟 Wed Dec 17 7pm-9pm
Vegan Tamale Workshop w

🌟 Sat and Sun Dec 20 & 21 10am-3pm
Holiday Sidewalk Sale

🌟 Tues Dec 23 12pm-Midnight
12 Hour Last Chance Holiday Sale

✨VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: Live Screen Printing by master printer and Bring your own blank t-shirt, sweatshirt, totes etc. Lev...
11/30/2025

✨VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: Live Screen Printing by master printer and Bring your own blank t-shirt, sweatshirt, totes etc. Level up ur threads w their signature designs!

💡GIFT IDEA: Bring tshirts for the whole family, ur partner, ur bestie, and give the gift of matchy matchy cuteness overload 🥰🥰🎁

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Hope to see you all in December. Let’s end this year together, supporting local businesses first, and strengthening our community 🫶🏽

🌟 Sat Dec 6 10am-3pm
La Morenita Exhibition Opening Reception
& Holiday Mercadito

🌟 Sun Dec 7 10:30am
Virgen de Guadalupe Procession to ELAC

🌟 Thurs Dec 11 8pm-Midnight
Flor y Canto Virgen de Guadalupe Vigil

🌟 Wed Dec 17 7pm-9pm
Vegan Tamale Workshop w

🌟 Sat and Sun Dec 20 & 21 10am-3pm
Holiday Sidewalk Sale

🌟 Tues Dec 23 12pm-Midnight
12 Hour Last Chance Holiday Sale

🌽✨ Tamalada Time! Join the Tradition ✨🌽 For over 15 years, I’ve been sharing the magic of tamale-making every December, ...
11/29/2025

🌽✨ Tamalada Time! Join the Tradition ✨🌽

For over 15 years, I’ve been sharing the magic of tamale-making every December, and this year, I’m inviting YOU to join the celebration! 🎉 Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned tamalera, this hands-on class is the perfect way to connect with tradition, learn new skills, and take home delicious memories.

📍 Hosted by Tonalli Studio
4539 E. Cesar Chavez Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90022

🗓 Wednesday, December 17, 2025
⏰ 7 PM - 9 PM

🌟 What’s Included:
✅ Learn to make Vegan tamales from scratch with expert guidance
✅ Take home your own dozen tamales (made by YOU!)
✅ Receive recipes to recreate the magic at home
✅ Enjoy a fun, hands-on experience with a surprise twist (think ancient Mexican beverages!)

🎁 This isn’t just a class—it’s a celebration of culture, community, and the joy of creating something with your own two hands. Perfect for solo adventurers, date nights, or a fun evening with friends!

💻 Reserve your spot now : Payment link in bio via Linktree. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait!

Let’s roll up our sleeves, laugh, learn, and keep this beautiful tradition alive together. 🌟 See you there!

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Xitlalic Guijosa Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La ...
11/26/2025

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Xitlalic Guijosa

Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La Morenita: Coatlicue, Tonantzin, Guadalupe” to experience Xitlalic’s vision and poetry.

✨ Follow Our Artistas
Andrea Galvez
Andrea Ramirez
Celina Jacques .jacques
Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl
Edison Roman .ink
endytrece
Erica Friend
Helen Yanez
Jax Esparza Sanders
Jimmy Saldivar
John Jairo Valencia
Karla Camacho
Manny Torres
Maritza Torres
Mi’randa Villanueva
N Repujado
Ofelia Esparza
Susana Figueroa “Sonji”
Vanessa Lopez .ai
Xitlalic Guijosa

ALL DECEMBER EVENTS
🌟 Sat Dec 6 10am-3pm
La Morenita Exhibition Opening Reception
& Holiday Mercadito

🌟 Sun Dec 7 10:30am
Virgen de Guadalupe Procession to ELAC

🌟 Thurs Dec 11 8pm-Midnight
Flor y Canto Virgen de Guadalupe Vigil

🌟 Wed Dec 17 7pm-9pm
Vegan Tamale Workshop w

🌟 Sat and Sun Dec 20 & 21 10am-3pm
Holiday Sidewalk Sale

🌟 Tues Dec 23 12pm-Midnight
12 Hour Last Chance Holiday Sale

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Erica Friend Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La More...
11/26/2025

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Erica Friend

Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La Morenita: Coatlicue, Tonantzin, Guadalupe” to experience Erica’s vision and artistry.

✨ Follow Our Artistas
Andrea Galvez
Andrea Ramirez
Celina Jacques .jacques
Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl
Edison Roman .ink
endytrece
Erica Friend
Helen Yanez
Jax Esparza Sanders
Jimmy Saldivar
John Jairo Valencia
Karla Camacho
Manny Torres
Maritza Torres
Mi’randa Villanueva
N Repujado
Ofelia Esparza
Susana Figueroa “Sonji”
Vanessa Lopez .ai
Xitlalic Guijosa

ALL DECEMBER EVENTS
🌟 Sat Dec 6 10am-3pm
La Morenita Exhibition Opening Reception
& Holiday Mercadito

🌟 Sun Dec 7 10:30am
Virgen de Guadalupe Procession to ELAC

🌟 Thurs Dec 11 8pm-Midnight
Flor y Canto Virgen de Guadalupe Vigil

🌟 Wed Dec 17 7pm-9pm
Vegan Tamale Workshop w

🌟 Sat and Sun Dec 20 & 21 10am-3pm
Holiday Sidewalk Sale

🌟 Tues Dec 23 12pm-Midnight
12 Hour Last Chance Holiday Sale

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Susana Figueroa “Sonji” Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 202...
11/25/2025

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Susana Figueroa “Sonji”

Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La Morenita: Coatlicue, Tonantzin, Guadalupe” to experience Sonji’s vision and artistry.

✨ Follow Our Artistas
Andrea Galvez
Andrea Ramirez
Celina Jacques .jacques
Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl
Edison Roman .ink
endytrece
Erica Friend
Helen Yanez
Jax Esparza Sanders
Jimmy Saldivar
John Jairo Valencia
Karla Camacho
Manny Torres
Maritza Torres
Mi’randa Villanueva
N Repujado
Ofelia Esparza
Susana Figueroa “Sonji”
Vanessa Lopez .ai
Xitlalic Guijosa

ALL DECEMBER EVENTS
🌟 Sat Dec 6 10am-3pm
La Morenita Exhibition Opening Reception
& Holiday Mercadito

🌟 Sun Dec 7 10:30am
Virgen de Guadalupe Procession to ELAC

🌟 Thurs Dec 11 8pm-Midnight
Flor y Canto Virgen de Guadalupe Vigil

🌟 Wed Dec 17 7pm-9pm
Vegan Tamale Workshop w

🌟 Sat and Sun Dec 20 & 21 10am-3pm
Holiday Sidewalk Sale

🌟 Tues Dec 23 12pm-Midnight
12 Hour Last Chance Holiday Sale

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 202...
11/24/2025

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl

Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La Morenita: Coatlicue, Tonantzin, Guadalupe” to experience Diosa’s vision and poetry.

✨ Follow Our Artistas
Andrea Galvez
Andrea Ramirez
Celina Jacques .jacques
Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl
Edison Roman .ink
endytrece
Erica Friend
Helen Yanez
Jax Esparza Sanders
Jimmy Saldivar
John Jairo Valencia
Karla Camacho
Manny Torres
Maritza Torres
Mi’randa Villanueva
N Repujado
Ofelia Esparza
Susana Figueroa “Sonji”
Vanessa Lopez .ai
Xitlalic Guijosa

ALL DECEMBER EVENTS
🌟 Sat Dec 6 10am-3pm
La Morenita Exhibition Opening Reception
& Holiday Mercadito

🌟 Sun Dec 7 10:30am
Virgen de Guadalupe Procession to ELAC

🌟 Thurs Dec 11 8pm-Midnight
Flor y Canto Virgen de Guadalupe Vigil

🌟 Wed Dec 17 7pm-9pm
Vegan Tamale Workshop w

🌟 Sat and Sun Dec 20 & 21 10am-3pm
Holiday Sidewalk Sale

🌟 Tues Dec 23 12pm-Midnight
12 Hour Last Chance Holiday Sale

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Edison Roman .ink is showing at Tonalli Studio for the first time 🫶🏽🙏🏽🌻Join us for the Op...
11/21/2025

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Edison Roman .ink is showing at Tonalli Studio for the first time 🫶🏽🙏🏽🌻

Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La Morenita: Coatlicue, Tonantzin, Guadalupe” to experience Edison’s vision and artistry.

✨ Follow Our Artistas
Andrea Galvez
Andrea Ramirez
Celina Jacques .jacques
Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl
Edison Roman .ink
endytrece
Erica Friend
Helen Yanez
Jax Esparza Sanders
Jimmy Saldivar
John Jairo Valencia
Karla Camacho
Manny Torres
Maritza Torres
Mi’randa Villanueva
N Repujado
Ofelia Esparza
Susana Figueroa “Sonji”
Vanessa Lopez .ai
Xitlalic Guijosa

ALL DECEMBER EVENTS
🌟 Sat Dec 6 10am-3pm
La Morenita Exhibition Opening Reception
& Holiday Mercadito

🌟 Sun Dec 7 10:30am
Virgen de Guadalupe Procession to ELAC

🌟 Thurs Dec 11 8pm-Midnight
Flor y Canto Virgen de Guadalupe Vigil

🌟 Wed Dec 17 7pm-9pm
Vegan Tamale Workshop w

🌟 Sat and Sun Dec 20 & 21 10am-3pm
Holiday Sidewalk Sale

🌟 Tues Dec 23 12pm-Midnight
12 Hour Last Chance Holiday Sale

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: John Jairo Valencia Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “...
11/21/2025

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: John Jairo Valencia

Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La Morenita: Coatlicue, Tonantzin, Guadalupe” to experience John’s vision and artistry.

✨ Follow Our Artistas
Andrea Galvez
Andrea Ramirez
Celina Jacques .jacques
Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl
Edison Roman .ink
endytrece
Erica Friend
Helen Yanez
Jax Esparza Sanders
Jimmy Saldivar
John Jairo Valencia
Karla Camacho
Manny Torres
Maritza Torres
Mi’randa Villanueva
N Repujado
Ofelia Esparza
Susana Figueroa “Sonji”
Vanessa Lopez .ai
Xitlalic Guijosa

ALL DECEMBER EVENTS
🌟 Sat Dec 6 10am-3pm
La Morenita Exhibition Opening Reception
& Holiday Mercadito

🌟 Sun Dec 7 10:30am
Virgen de Guadalupe Procession to ELAC

🌟 Thurs Dec 11 8pm-Midnight
Flor y Canto Virgen de Guadalupe Vigil

🌟 Wed Dec 17 7pm-9pm
Vegan Tamale Workshop w

🌟 Sat and Sun Dec 20 & 21 10am-3pm
Holiday Sidewalk Sale

🌟 Tues Dec 23 12pm-Midnight
12 Hour Last Chance Holiday Sale

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Jackie Esparza Sanders Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025...
11/21/2025

✨LA MORENITA ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Jackie Esparza Sanders

Join us for the Opening Reception of our final exhibition of 2025, “La Morenita: Coatlicue, Tonantzin, Guadalupe” to experience Jackie’s vision and artistry.

✨ Follow Our Artistas
Andrea Galvez
Andrea Ramirez
Celina Jacques .jacques
Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl
Edison Roman .ink
endytrece
Erica Friend
Helen Yanez
Jax Esparza Sanders
Jimmy Saldivar
John Jairo Valencia
Karla Camacho
Manny Torres
Maritza Torres
Mi’randa Villanueva
N Repujado
Ofelia Esparza
Susana Figueroa “Sonji”
Vanessa Lopez .ai
Xitlalic Guijosa

ALL DECEMBER EVENTS
🌟 Sat Dec 6 10am-3pm
La Morenita Exhibition Opening Reception
& Holiday Mercadito

🌟 Sun Dec 7 10:30am
Virgen de Guadalupe Procession to ELAC

🌟 Thurs Dec 11 8pm-Midnight
Flor y Canto Virgen de Guadalupe Vigil

🌟 Wed Dec 17 7pm-9pm
Vegan Tamale Workshop w

🌟 Sat and Sun Dec 20 & 21 10am-3pm
Holiday Sidewalk Sale

🌟 Tues Dec 23 12pm-Midnight
12 Hour Last Chance Holiday Sale

💗 Hey Community! Please DM us pics of you at the Opening Reception of Ofelia’s Retrospective 🫶🏽✨ It was such a beautiful...
10/21/2025

💗 Hey Community! Please DM us pics of you at the Opening Reception of Ofelia’s Retrospective 🫶🏽

✨ It was such a beautiful, extraordinary, marvelous whirlwind of an event for Ofelia, she wished she could experience it again….so we’re gonna grant her wish!

✨If you snapped pics of you, ur familia, ur friends enjoying the evening and don’t mind sharing them with us, we’ll be including them in a slideshow for Ofelia.

🙏🏽 THANK YOU to all 600+ attendees for attending and making the Opening Reception a beautiful homecoming for Ofelia and her life’s extraordinary work.

✨ Join us this Saturday, October 18 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM to celebrate the opening of “Ofelia Esparza: A Retrospective....
10/17/2025

✨ Join us this Saturday, October 18 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM to celebrate the opening of “Ofelia Esparza: A Retrospective.” 

The exhibition celebrates the life and work of Chicana artist, altarista, and educator Ofelia Esparza (), whose cultural impact on East Los Angeles and beyond spans more than seven decades.

While Esparza is often celebrated for her altar-making, this exhibition brings overdue attention to her wide-ranging artistic practice, which includes drawing, painting, and printmaking. “Ofelia Esparza: A Retrospective” will be on view October 18, 2025 through April 18, 2026. 

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Graphic by . Image: Ofelia Esparza, “Moon Maiden, Birth of Corn,” 1996, Watercolor, 20 inches x 14 ¾ inches. Courtesy of the artist. Photo by Paul Salveson.

“Ofelia Esparza: A Retrospective” is organized by the Vincent Price Art Museum at East Los Angeles College () and co-curated by Joseph Valencia () and Sybil Venegas with Gloria Ortega ().

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Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm

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TONALLI is that which creates and emanates the universal creative energy, The Life Force. Our studio, located in the heart of East Los Angeles is a place of creative wellness that is proud to feature local artists from the East Side. We bridge the practices of art and wellness to cultivate community through art practices, exhibitions, poetry, music, yoga and an array of wellness workshops. Visit us Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-7pm.

TONALLI STUDIO highlights its commitment to serve and promote the work of local artists in Old Town Maravilla, a Historic neighborhood deeply rooted in the heart of East Los Angeles. Tonalli is committed to its core values of empowerment, creativity, sustainability, wellness and community. TONALLI STUDIO was established in 2013 by the Colibri women’s collective of artists: Ofelia Esparza, Rosanna Esparza Ahrens, Dra. Elena Esparza, Endy Bernal and Marialice Jacob. Each one impartes a rich background in the visual and performance arts, community activism and development, as well as healing, health and well being. Maestra Ofelia is an acclaimed artist and altarista in Los Angeles, having created, participated and served as a consultant for “altar” making for the yearly celebrations of the Day of the Dead-- not only in Los Angeles but also nationally and abroad. Following suite, both daughters Rosanna and Elena are recognized artists and creatives in the community. Rosanna, Co-owner of Sticky Ricks, is a dynamic and fearless artist, designer and visionary. Elena, the East Los Angeles Chicana Chiropractor and Healer, dedicates herself to the community by providing personal health and personal growth workshops. Her latest contribution includes the energy healing work with flower essences and organic herbal remedies. Endy, a performance artist and community organizer, shares her passion for environmental and human rights concerns, through her interactive art form and group workshops. While Marialice brings her diverse experience in the arts, including: dance, teaching, art therapy and curating in art gallery spaces.