Rocio Fabian: Wood Alebrije Cat Animal Sculptures he designs

he designs

The floral motifs symbolize life

a nod to Oaxaca’s Guelaguetza festivities

Lucero Fuentes gave it soulful eyes and a bright turquoise nose that make it look curious and ready for adventure

This grizzly bear with fish has such a powerful expressive face

Rocio Fabian: Wood Alebrije Cat Animal Sculptures he designsA magnificent piece of Mexican Folk art by Roco Fabin features a cat sitting tall and self assured, with its paws together and tail curling behind. Its head is slightly tilted to one side, as if listening for something. The figure is meticulously carved from a single block of copal, with the tail seamlessly integrated into the body in one continuous shape, demonstrating the technical skill required even before any paint is applied. The painting