The Oaxaca weaving tradition is centered in Teotitlán del Valle, where now over 150 families create rugs and textiles. Their … More
Tag: #MexicoFolkArts
The art of Mercados
This entry was written over 6 years ago in 2015, before the world of travel changed. Now when I remember … More
The Art on the Street
A travel memory from December 2019. We came to explore Villa de Zaachila’s archeological site, but afterwards strolling through the … More
From my bookshelf
Arts and Crafts of Mexico has been my go-to guide for years as I’ve learned about the traditional crafts made … More
Art and Archeology
My longing for travel continues. I’ve been remembering past trips in an effort to soothe my travel pangs. Yagul is … More
A Travel Memory
The mask that inspired our search for the artist.
Fun House – the art of the unusual
Summer 2016 will be remembered for the Fun House exhibit, held at Barrett Art Center in Poughkeepsie and curated by … More
The art of Mercados
I love a Mercado! Across the major neighborhoods of Mexico City, Mercados are the center of commerce and the interactions … More
The Art of Details
While strolling around Mexico City recently, my eyes were filled with so many beautiful images layered upon each other that it … More