Six folk art categories are open for entry: woven rugs and wall hangings; woven and embroidered textiles; ceramic arts; sculptural wood carving; decorative painting of carved wood; and …

Oaxaca is a folk art paradise in which artists create the most extraordinary spectrum of crafts in all of Mexico. Their works are inseparable from their lives — a blend of daily experience, …

Nov 25, 2024 · The Oaxacan Art Towns have so much to offer visitors — from naturally dyed red wool rugs, to glossy black pottery, to the flavorful bounce of Oaxaca cheese and the …

Welcome to Oaxaca Arts! Recognizing the vast and rich artistic landscape of Oaxaca, arguably Mexico's most famous cultural capital, this website features a great array of artists from the …

If you are uncertain how to begin, a useful introduction to the many varieties of folk art could start at the Oaxaca State Museum of Folk Art (Museo Estatal de Arte Popular Oaxaca) in San …

Oaxacan Alebrijes are artisanal figures made of wood that represent mythological creatures, created by artists from Oaxaca, Mexico. These sculptures are famous for their vibrant colors …

Oaxaca handcrafts and folk art is one of Mexico's important regional traditions of its kind, distinguished by both its overall quality and variety.

Jul 14, 2017 · If you're wondering where to find the best folk art in Mexico, look no further than Oaxaca. Here's our guide to Oaxaca's best folk art towns to visit.

Oaxaca’s diversity is reflected in its popular art: pottery, woodcarving, weaving, basketry, candle making, embroidery, and many more crafts are practiced here. Collectors from all over the …

Nov 25, 2024 · While some see alebrijes as Mexican spirit animals, similar to a Native American totem, others say these famous Oaxacan wood carvings are little more than decorative …