Folk Art: Masks

April 28, 2016 escapemaster 0

In Ecuador, artisans create special masks for holidays. They use clay molds to shape the masks with papier-mâché made from brown paper bags and newspaper […]

Puebla

March 7, 2016 escapemaster 0

The city of Puebla is known for many things, and among these are its nearby volcanoes. On a clear day in Puebla, one can see […]

Guerrero Textiles

March 7, 2016 escapemaster 0

Mexico, a country with a wonderful blend of European (mainly Spanish) and indigenous cultures, is famous for its beautiful ceramics (cerámicas) and weavings (tejidos). Most […]

Marvelous Mariachi!

March 7, 2016 escapemaster 0

Mariachi music expresses the heart of Mexican culture and tradition. The songs convey themes of bravery, love, deception, death, revolutionary heroes, and even animals. For […]