VASES

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Hand-molded and hand-painted, these beautiful \u003cstrong\u003eBurnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e pieces have some of the most intricate and stunning hand-painted designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and decoration. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 60-70 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16.14\" high x 14.17\" wide x 9.45\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e13.23 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Burnished Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Pottery's oldest techniques, as well as the one with the most Pre-Hispanic tradition, from which other techniques came to be. Drawing mastery is one of its most notable features, represented with a “pure\" decorative style, which is predominant in these pieces, including abstract floral motives, symbolic animal representations and even geometric shapes. Traditional Mexican Elements are added to its themes: Such as the Eagle, Snake, Nahual (A Shapeshifting being commonly found in the Mexican mythology), Nopal (Cactus), and Pre-Hispanic patterns that form the synthesis of a very particular and characteristic scenario.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor its elaboration, clay-filled molds are used. The handles, “ears”, and other details are molded separately, and then embedded on the whole piece. It is then left to dry, before getting a soft sanding. After that, the piece is given an “Engobe” bath (a watery mix of clays) with the dual purpose of covering the smallest pores and serving as a background base for the paint. The painting of the design is achieved by mixing local types (of clay) with different tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e acquires its name from the shimmer obtained by rubbing the pieces with a burnishing tool made from a mineral named pyrite. The burnishing process starts by sanding the raw piece with river stones or very thin wet sanding paper. Once the piece is dry, it is bathed with a color that serves as a background for the decoration. Colors applied to the piece are all from mineral origin, prepared by mixing liquefied clay from the region, known as “flor de tierra” (or the Soil’s flower in English). For painting, several different traditional brushes are used, some of them made from cat’s fur, dog fur, squirrel’s tail fur, or even Fox’s tail fur. Once the piece is decorated, it is then burnished. The whole production process comes before the piece is fired, therefore, if a piece is not well crafted, it may be damaged while in the fire. The firing temperatures oscillate around 600ºC (around 1112 Fahrenheit), traditionally using firewood obtain a low flame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo Ramos Flores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is considered to be one of the great Potters of our time. Born in Zapotlan el Grande to a Potter family, and the oldest of 5 siblings, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e started exercising his profession and devotion for pottery. 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He also has won the “Premio Nacional de la Ceramica” award several times over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a serious personality, yet with a very peculiar sense of humor, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e is someone who loves his art and spends long hours in his workshop. \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e instills all of his knowledge and amazing creativity in each piece he creates, which can range from something as simple, as a coffee cup, to a more elaborate piece, using the most intricate decorations, worthy of the awards he’s received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the hands of this Zapotlan-born Artist, \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e Burnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e tell the story, customs and traditions of the people of Tonala, who gladly opened their doors for him and made him their adoptive son, a son who has proudly represented them in the most deserving of ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo of The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_mtzJyrK5qY\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Sun, Moon, Nahuales and Eagle Vase, Burnished Clay

Description Carrying a festival of beautiful elements such as an Eagle, Nahuales, Suns, a Moon...

$4,049.00

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Traditional Mexican Elements are added to its themes: Such as the Eagle, Snake, Nahual (A Shapeshifting being commonly found in the Mexican mythology), Nopal (Cactus), and Pre-Hispanic patterns that form the synthesis of a very particular and characteristic scenario.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor its elaboration, clay-filled molds are used. The handles, “ears”, and other details are molded separately, and then embedded on the whole piece. It is then left to dry, before getting a soft sanding. After that, the piece is given an “Engobe” bath (a watery mix of clays) with the dual purpose of covering the smallest pores and serving as a background base for the paint. The painting of the design is achieved by mixing local types (of clay) with different tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e acquires its name from the shimmer obtained by rubbing the pieces with a burnishing tool made from a mineral named pyrite. 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Fishes, Nahuales and Family Blue Vase, Burnished Clay

Description A beautiful piece representing life’s cycle with 3 different subjects: A Family, Nahuales, and...

$239.00

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Semi-flat, Maw and Mouth Rounding Dots Jug, Scribed Black Clay

Description A stunning piece that is sure to embellish any space you put it in,...

$89.00

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Moon Relief Semi-flat Jug, Scribed Black Clay

Description With its two moon-shaped handles by the sides and beautiful patterns scribed into its...

$119.00

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Medium-sized, Two Half-moons Ball Shaped Jug, Scribed Black Clay

Description With its scribed patterns around it, half-moons, beautiful shape and beautiful color, this stunning...

$89.00

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Medallions rounded Semi-flat Jug, Scribed Black Clay

Description Hosting beautiful and subtle details scribed into the body of the piece that will...

$79.00

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Drawing mastery is one of its most notable features, represented with a “pure\" decorative style, which is predominant in these pieces, including abstract floral motives, symbolic animal representations and even geometric shapes. Traditional Mexican Elements are added to its themes: Such as the Eagle, Snake, Nahual (A Shapeshifting being commonly found in the Mexican mythology), Nopal (Cactus), and Pre-Hispanic patterns that form the synthesis of a very particular and characteristic scenario.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor its elaboration, clay-filled molds are used. The handles, “ears”, and other details are molded separately, and then embedded on the whole piece. It is then left to dry, before getting a soft sanding. After that, the piece is given an “Engobe” bath (a watery mix of clays) with the dual purpose of covering the smallest pores and serving as a background base for the paint. 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Hand-molded and hand-painted by \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Artisan Fernando Jimon Melchor\u003c\/strong\u003e, all with his Award Winning Most Meticulous style, which channels the dedication and tradition of five Generations of Artisans in his family and has sought to preserve Tonala’s iconic techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in decoration and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 30-45 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.51\" high x 4.72\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.79 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"tw-data-text tw-ta tw-text-small\" id=\"tw-target-text\" dir=\"ltr\" data-placeholder=\"Traducción\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Burnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Pottery's oldest techniques, as well as the one with the most Pre-Hispanic tradition, from which other techniques came to be. Drawing mastery is one of its most notable features, represented with a “pure\" decorative style, which is predominant in these pieces, including abstract floral motives, symbolic animal representations and even geometric shapes. Traditional Mexican Elements are added to its themes: Such as the Eagle, Snake, Nahual (A Shapeshifting being commonly found in the Mexican mythology), Nopal (Cactus), and Pre-Hispanic patterns that form the synthesis of a very particular and characteristic scenario.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor its elaboration, clay-filled molds are used. The handles, “ears”, and other details are molded separately, and then embedded on the whole piece. It is then left to dry, before getting a soft sanding. After that, the piece is given an “Engobe” bath (a watery mix of clays) with the dual purpose of covering the smallest pores and serving as a background base for the paint. The painting of the design is achieved by mixing local types (of clay) with different tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e acquires its name from the shimmer obtained by rubbing the pieces with a burnishing tool made from a mineral named pyrite. The burnishing process starts by sanding the raw piece with river stones or very thin wet sanding paper. Once the piece is dry, it is bathed with a color that serves as a background for the decoration. Colors applied to the piece are all from mineral origin, prepared by mixing liquefied clay from the region, known as “flor de tierra” (or the Soil’s flower in English). For painting, several different traditional brushes are used, some of them made from cat’s fur, dog fur, squirrel’s tail fur, or even Fox’s tail fur. Once the piece is decorated, it is then burnished. The whole production process comes before the piece is fired, therefore, if a piece is not well crafted, it may be damaged while in the fire. The firing temperatures oscillate around 600ºC (around 1112 Fahrenheit), traditionally using firewood obtain a low flame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFernando Jimon Melchor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComing from a Family with 5 generations of artists in Tonala, \u003cstrong\u003eFernando Jimon Melchor\u003c\/strong\u003e and his artworks have become a referent of quality and craftsmanship. 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Squared Mouth and Neck Vase, Burnished Clay

Description A contrast of shapes that works perfectly, all being carefully adorned with the most...

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Snake Vase, Bandera Clay

Description Nahuales are shapeshifting entities with the power of transforming into animal shapes, they usually...

$1,389.00

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Elongated Vase with Handles, Burnished Clay

Description This stunning vase puts its shape to good use, serving as the perfect canvas...

$389.00

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Carefully hand-sculpted and crafted with traditional \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca Black Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e Techniques by \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Artisan Omar Fabian Canseco\u003c\/strong\u003e, his pieces perfectly blend modernity and tradition, and they are stunning additions to your collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 25-35 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9.84\" high x 8.66\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.36 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Black Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince pre-Columbian times, clay has been considered a highly precious material by Mexicans who use it for the elaboration of utilitarian, decorative, or ritual use pieces, a raw material worked with much mastery and technique diversity, as well as finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the past, Zapotecos and Mixtecos had their settlements in the middle of \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e’s valleys, even back then, they worked with \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it was until the 50s that the technique came back into the spotlight, all through the work of Doña Rosa Real de Nieto, an artisan from \u003cstrong\u003eSan Bartolo Coyotepec\u003c\/strong\u003e, who elaborated beautiful artistic pieces that have now given fame and recognition to \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e on a worldwide scale, and that for many years promoted and impulsed this technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clay is extracted from a place near to the town, and contrary to what most people believe, it isn’t initially black. This characteristic tone is obtained through a specific technique applied during the clay’s firing, which is done in a two mouthed furnace (a firewood furnace dug underground), during some point in the process, both “mouths” are closed, which triggers a physical reaction that reduces atmospheres, which is contrary to the regular oxidation of firing the piece. This firing process dates as long back as Prehispanic times. It is believed that, if clay is collected by women, the mines could stop naturally producing the material, therefor this is an activity traditionally exclusive to men.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing the pieces starts with the clay’s collection, which is sifted and is then “laid to rest”, before it is kneaded and molded. Once the artisan has applied his magic to sculpting and molding the piece, it is left to dry under the sunlight for around four days. 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After a period of time working in his field Omar decided to return to the family trade making his own creations with Black Clay. He experimented with different techniques until one of his experiments (a piece made out of strips of clay) became his calling card and the beginning of many great things to come. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Clay market is very competitive in San Bartolo Coyotepec, due to the fact that nearly 70% of the inhabitants of the village are dedicated to this trade. Omar needed to distinguish himself from the rest and it wasn’t until one of his “Calada” creations landed him in 2nd. place in a Statewide competition. This inspired him to continue forward innovating and honing his techniques along the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring this time his Graphic Designer career merged with his artisan side, allowing him to create incredible works of art. His works have won many awards and he is sought after by Hotels and Restaurants to create murals, counters and other commercial applications made of Black Clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome of his awards and honorable mentions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place in May 2009, freestyle category.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2nd. place in the “VIII Benito Juarez State Award 2009”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place in the 2nd. 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Thousand Petals Glossy Sphere, Black Clay

Description Fresh Petals cover the body of this beautifully crafted Jug. Carefully hand-sculpted and crafted...

$539.00

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Thousand Leaves Sphere, Black Clay

Description With its most intricate swirling vine-like body and careful leave accents over its pierced...

$799.00

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its swirling petals pattern, this sphere easily serves as the perfect decorative accent for your home. Carefully hand-sculpted and crafted with traditional \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca Black Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e Techniques by \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Artisan Omar Fabian Canseco\u003c\/strong\u003e, his pieces perfectly blend modernity and tradition, stunning additions to your collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 25-35 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6.30\" high x 8.27\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.43 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Black Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince pre-Columbian times, clay has been considered a highly precious material by Mexicans who use it for the elaboration of utilitarian, decorative, or ritual use pieces, a raw material worked with much mastery and technique diversity, as well as finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the past, Zapotecos and Mixtecos had their settlements in the middle of \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e’s valleys, even back then, they worked with \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it was until the 50s that the technique came back into the spotlight, all through the work of Doña Rosa Real de Nieto, an artisan from \u003cstrong\u003eSan Bartolo Coyotepec\u003c\/strong\u003e, who elaborated beautiful artistic pieces that have now given fame and recognition to \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e on a worldwide scale, and that for many years promoted and impulsed this technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clay is extracted from a place near to the town, and contrary to what most people believe, it isn’t initially black. This characteristic tone is obtained through a specific technique applied during the clay’s firing, which is done in a two mouthed furnace (a firewood furnace dug underground), during some point in the process, both “mouths” are closed, which triggers a physical reaction that reduces atmospheres, which is contrary to the regular oxidation of firing the piece. This firing process dates as long back as Prehispanic times. It is believed that, if clay is collected by women, the mines could stop naturally producing the material, therefor this is an activity traditionally exclusive to men.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing the pieces starts with the clay’s collection, which is sifted and is then “laid to rest”, before it is kneaded and molded. Once the artisan has applied his magic to sculpting and molding the piece, it is left to dry under the sunlight for around four days. In the case the piece requires some form of fretwork, it is done on the fourth day for the piece not to be too fresh or too dry, which could make the process difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs time has passed, pieces are scratched in order to close the pores in the clay, and they are left to dry once again for them to be rubbed with \u003cstrong\u003equartz stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, which give the piece a very particular shimmer. Pieces are then taken out to be dried again, either under direct sunlight or under a shed for indirect light, and once dried, the \u003cstrong\u003equartz\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbing takes place again, all before letting the piece dry one last time for another four days before firing it. Once fired, pieces are washed, dried and ready to be sold. Among the pieces produced, one can find skulls, cajetes, jugs, pots, Mezcal pots, animal figures, and diverse ornament figures, as well as the famous “Carlomagno” pieces, all staying close to traditional techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Omar-Fabian-Canseca_large.jpg?v=1553710950\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOmar Fabian Canseco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe was born in the city of Oaxaca, in San Bartolo Coyotepec, a pottery town with an important tradition in the prehispanic era. His grandparents were potters and his parents are potters. So it’s safe to say that Omar has been around Black Clay since he was a young boy. At first Omar shied away from the family business and went on to receive a Bachelors degree in Graphic Design. After a period of time working in his field Omar decided to return to the family trade making his own creations with Black Clay. He experimented with different techniques until one of his experiments (a piece made out of strips of clay) became his calling card and the beginning of many great things to come. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Clay market is very competitive in San Bartolo Coyotepec, due to the fact that nearly 70% of the inhabitants of the village are dedicated to this trade. Omar needed to distinguish himself from the rest and it wasn’t until one of his “Calada” creations landed him in 2nd. place in a Statewide competition. This inspired him to continue forward innovating and honing his techniques along the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring this time his Graphic Designer career merged with his artisan side, allowing him to create incredible works of art. His works have won many awards and he is sought after by Hotels and Restaurants to create murals, counters and other commercial applications made of Black Clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome of his awards and honorable mentions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place in May 2009, freestyle category.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2nd. place in the “VIII Benito Juarez State Award 2009”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place in the 2nd. Black Clay Contest, April 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonorary mention in the National Award in Tlaquepaque Jalisco 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place in the Black Clay Contest, April 2011.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place “XI State Award Benito Juarez 2012”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st place “XI State Award Benito Juarez 2013”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrently, his work is being displayed in important galleries of Mexico, Valle de Bravo, Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, United States, Spain, Germany and India.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d1-aIlM8d_Q\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Small Flowers Glossy Sphere, Black Clay

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