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Postcards
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Ride
along in the back seat, peak over our shoulder & eavesdrop
on conversations as we travel to remote villages visiting Mexico's
best-known artisans in their homes & workshops. Come experience the dances,
ceremonies and ancient traditions thriving today via Postcards From Mexico!
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March 2008 NEW Postcard from Mexico here! |
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At every Folk Art
Concurso, there's a rush to see who won, and an even bigger rush to
purchase top prize winners. But what does it all mean a year
from now? Or ten years from now? Here's one take. Click on the link below for additional insight into the world of Concursos. More About Folk Art Concursos—Papelitos and Wonderful Memories |
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February 2008 Postcard from Mexico here! |
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Concursos—juried
Mexican folk art shows—generate
a great deal of attention, excitement, and yes, even controversy.
But what happens once the entries have been submitted and the
judging begins? Click on the link below to gain insight into the hidden world of Concursos. Mexican Folk Art Concursos—Shedding Light on a Hidden Process |
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January 2008 Postcard from Mexico |
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"Trendsetters" is a description not typically used when describing
staunch guardians of the Purhépecha culture. But in the case
of Nicolas Fabian and his wife, Rosario, of Santa Fe de la Laguna,
the description is completely accurate. Click on the link below to discover the groundbreaking changes occurring in this Purhépecha village! Innovators of Traditions |
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November 2007 Postcard from Mexico |
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In a
word, Sunday at the Fiestas of San Miguel is SPECTACULAR! This
photo-filled Postcard is a "can't miss" feast for the eyes.
Join the parade, visit our local "feria", and finally venture into
the Jardín for the dramatic night time finale. VIVA SAN
MIGUEL!  Click on the link below! Sunday at The Fiestas of San Miguel, Part II |
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October 2007 Postcard from Mexico |
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This
year's Fiestas of San Miguel were the best ever. Although
September has past, the images, experiences and moments of this
regional fiesta linger on. Join the fun and plan to attend
next September! Click on the link below & discover why San Miguel holds the best fiesta in all of Mexico. The Fiestas of San Miguel de Allende! |
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September 2007 Postcard from Mexico |
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Postcards from
Mexico returns with a bang! Join us for a fireworks extravaganza beyond compare in the remote village of San Juan Nuevo. Click on the link below and let the show begin... The Art of Fire, Ephemeral Folk Art at its Best in San Juan Nuevo— |
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Copyright © Debra Hall 1998-2008. All Rights Reserved No portion of Postcards from Mexico, written or photographed, may be used or reproduced in any format without written permission from Debra Hall. |
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And more—
Artisans & Their Stories, Through the Years—
by Deb Hall
