Artes de Mexico Metepec and its Art in Clay Bilingual EditionArtes de Mxico, No. 30: Metepec y su Arte Metepec and its Art in Clay. When asked whether he is an artist or an artisan, one potter in Metepec responded that he is only a lover of clay. This issue is a celebration of that passion as it explores the pottery of an exceptional community in the State of Mexicofrom crockery and household objects to the most imaginative decorative pieces. There can be no doubt that this is a living and growing tradition. 80

front paws raised and curled

like the frog’s thoughts are shooting straight into the air

Across the rounded body

The tassel doll on the zipper is also handmade

exactly what makes alebrijes so extraordinary

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This exquisite miniature eagle woodcarving by Jorge Vázquez packs the power of a full-sized sculpture into the span of your palm

give the piece a rare richness: it’s playful at first glance

including a stylized heart that represents vitality and connection

They create woodcarvings and innovative mixed media pieces

generous presence