Introduction: The language of the Oaxacan land. Pottery in Oaxaca is much more than technique, it is a dialogue between the artisan and the material. In the Central Valleys, clay has been the support of the cosmogony of entire peoples,…
Discover the background of Artisan’s Day in Mexico, celebrated every March 19, a date that honors tradition, identity and the craft passed down from generation to generation. Explore its origin and reflect on the importance of continuing to support Mexican…
Ocumicho is a small town located in the municipality of Charapan, in the heart of Michoacán, Mexico. This Purepecha community has gained worldwide recognition for one of the most unique and colorful handicraft expressions in Mexico: the clay devils, figurines…
Francisco Toledo’s kites represent a unique fusion between contemporary art and Mexican folk tradition. More than objects to play with, they are aerial canvases that narrate the mythology of Juchitán and the imaginary of one of Mexico’s most important visual…
At DeCorazón México, we believe that cooking is an act of love, a connection to our roots and a celebration of our traditions. And what better way to honor this heritage than cooking with red clay, an ancestral material that…
Introduction dances of Mexico Mexico is a country where cultural diversity is expressed in every corner, and traditional dances are a living reflection of this richness. Each region preserves movements, costumes and rituals that tell stories of faith, resistance, satire…
For this blog we talked with Daniel and Sebastián Velasco, co-founders, along with their parents, of DeCorazón México gallery. In this interview they share with us how the project was born, what it means to them to work with artisans…
Rarámuri dolls are far more than simple toys. As miniature representations of the people living in the Sierra Tarahumara, they depict local customs and the various ways the community sustains itself. What makes these dolls truly special isn’t just their…
Authentic Handicrafts: How to Identify them? Buying a handicraft in Mexico is much more than acquiring a simple object. It is taking a piece of the culture, history and passion of a people. However, with increasing globalization, identifying an authentic…
Mexican Handicrafts: Meaning and History Mexican handicrafts are much more than just decorative objects; they are the tangible expression of a rich history, a profound culture and an overflowing creativity. Each piece, from the most humble to the most elaborate,…
