The Origins of Art in Oaxaca Oaxaca’s artistic tradition dates back to pre-Hispanic times, where ceramics, textiles, and stonework were essential expressions of its identity. When discussing the History of Clay in Mexico, it is inevitable to mention Oaxaca: communities…
Immerse yourself in the rich Mexican craft tradition and unleash your creativity with our “Pinta tu Alebrije” kits. These kits are designed so that both adults and children can enjoy the experience of painting and customizing their own alebrije figure,…
At DeCorazón México, we are committed to the promotion and preservation of the rich culture and craftsmanship of our country. Our approach ranges from the dissemination of diverse cultural expressions of the Valley of Oaxaca to the preservation of handicraft…
Meet the fascinating world of Mata Ortiz pottery, a tradition that has risen from the past to captivate the world with its beauty and meaning. This small town in Chihuahua is home to a craft that fuses history and creativity,…
At DeCorazón México, we celebrate the richness of Mexican folk art and crafts, rescuing its ancestral techniques and promoting the legacy of master artisans. On this occasion, we explore the Zapotec grecas, one of the most emblematic designs of Oaxacan…
In Mexico, a country full of culture and tradition, alebrijes have become a symbol of identity and creativity. Their vivid colors and sinuous shapes, inspired by nature and dreams, add mysticism to this popular art. Originating in Mexico City, alebrijes…
Ancient pottery techniques have been the result of cultural syncretism, continuous imitation practices, and the rescue of latent ancestral techniques, which together with the rich heritage of legends, rulers and stories, make up the broad cultural and artistic repertoire of…
At DeCorazón México, we are deeply committed to the preservation and dissemination of the artisan traditions that reflect the cultural richness of Mexico. From ancestral pottery to contemporary folk art, we honor the master artisans who, like Macrina Mateo Martínez,…
At DeCorazón México, we are proud to be a bridge between indigenous cultures and those who value Mexico’s deep roots. The Rarámuri, whose name means “the light-footed” in their native language, are a native people of the Sierra Tarahumara in…
In the adjoining areas of the Sierra Madre Occidental, where the arid rocks draw the landscape with golden and ocher colors and the shadows of the clouds mark the slow passing of the hours, there is a small town of…
