For 125 years, the Mexican community in Oaxaca has celebrated their agrarian roots with a knock-out display of carved radishes … More
Category: art and life
The Art of Orchids
Exploring your own neighborhood can surprise you. For the past year I’ve driven past a discrete sign on the road … More
The Art of Dia de Muertos
Creativity is central in every part of the Dia de Muertos holiday, a time when many in Latin America and … More
The Art of Chocolate
Mexican chocolate combines the fragrance of cinnamon with nuts and cacao beans into a unique and memorable taste. When visiting … More
The Art of Weaving
The Oaxaca weaving tradition is centered in Teotitlán del Valle, where now over 150 families create rugs and textiles. Their … More
Question: What is an artist residency?
Answer: a think tank for artists. The luxury of time, a rare commodity in this over-scheduled world can allow for … More
The Color Red
The color red may dominate during Valentine’s Day, but this vibrant color has ruled for thousands of years. Red can … More
Portals
Aren’t you curious when you see a locked door, a portal into another environment? Here are a selection of doorways … More
Art Installation or home?
My walk today passed by an art installation on the mountain. The rusted steel frame traced out the traditional shape … More
Three Kings and the January 6 Uprising
While I sit here in Oaxaca today, January 6, 2022, nearly all residents are celebrating Three Kings Day: a time … More