Zócalo Blog
The Art of Catrinas in Capula, Michoacán
In Capula, Michoacán, clay becomes a celebration of life, death, and imagination. Known for its distinctive pottery traditions, the town has also...Read more...
Piña Vidriada Legacy
The piña vidriada of San José de Gracia begins with a simple moment, Elisa Madrigal Martínez walking the hills in search of firewood, where she recognized the form of a pineapple...
The World of Amate Paper
A material shaped by memory, papel amate carries the stories of México across centuries. Once used by the Mexica to create codices that documented life... Read more...
The Vibrant World of Naturally Dyed Textiles: An Indigenous Knowledge of Color
In Hueyepan, Morelos, the Nahua artisans of Colectivo Piltontle continue this tradition through wool woven on backstrap looms, guided by memory... Read More..
La Memoria de La Tierra: The Living Clay of Atzompa Grey Clay
Atzompa Grey Clay, barro gris is a living reflection of the land in Oaxaca, carrying within it the depth of time... Read More...
The P’urhépecha: Guardians of Fire, Land, and Living Tradition
In the landscapes of Michoacán, the P’urhépecha people continue a living tradition rooted in land, language, and community. Their name, meaning “people,” reflects a deep sense of identity and continuity that has endured... Read More...
