Be Well: Art, Design & Wellness Series / Pilates & Exhibition Tour 1

Stamps Gallery is excited to present a series of workshops promoting wellness through community care and artistic connection. Join us for an invigorating pilates class led by instructor and artist, Isabella De la Mora Malvaez while surrounded by art in the Envision: The 2025 Michigan Artist Initiative. After the pilates class, enjoy an interactive group tour of the exhibition.

Participants will need to bring their own mat. Prior experience is not required. Arrive by 5:30 p.m., class is from 5:45 – 6:30 p.m., followed by a 20 minute tour.

Free and open to the public. Ages 16+

Limited space available, individual registration required for each session. Each workshop is presented as an individual session; participants are not required to attend both sessions.

• Thursday, July 10 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. RSVP Here.
• Thursday, July 24 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. RSVP Here.

About the Instructor

Isabella De la Mora Malvaez is a mixed media artist with extensive experience working within museums, galleries, and creative spaces. Her notable collaborations include the Jumex Contemporary Art Museum in Mexico City and Stamps Gallery at the University of Michigan. After earning her BFA, Isabella fully immersed herself in her artistic practice while also gaining valuable expertise in artistic programming, curation, installation, and public engagement. Her diverse background spans both institutional and independent creative spaces, where she has contributed to the development and execution of dynamic art experiences.

In addition to her work in the arts, Isabella is passionate about wellness and movement. She became certified in mat Pilates in 2017 and began teaching Inferno Hot Pilates at Hot Yoga Ann Arbor earlier this year. Her commitment to well-being informs her creative practice, often inspiring a mindful and embodied approach to art-making and community engagement.