Friends of Oaxacan Folk Art (FOFA) seeks to preserve and promote the rich folk art traditions of Oaxaca, Mexico, which have been passed on from generation to generation over hundreds of years. FOFA collaborates with the local folk art community to create and implement a range of programs that support this mission.
FOFA's first-ever online exhibition showcases the 70 winners of FOFA’s 7th young folk artists competition (or concurso). Step into the virtual gallery and you’ll find an awe-inspiring display featuring a cross-section of Oaxaca’s folk arts – from woven textiles and ceramics to carved and painted wood, jewelry, dried flower art, papier mâché and more.
You can navigate throughout the virtual gallery and click on individual pieces to find out the artist’s name, the name of the work, and links to their social media pages. The majority of the pieces on display are available for sale, and there will be information about how to contact the artists directly for more information.
Also showcasing the winners of FOFA’s 7th young folk artists competition, our beautiful new exhibition catalogue – photographed, designed and printed by an all-Oaxaca team – is now available to view. Meet the extraordinary young artists who received 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes and honorable mentions. Ranging in age from just seven to 35 years old, each young winner was interviewed personally; their heartfelt stories may be seen as a living document of Oaxaca’s evolving culture, as they reflect thoughtfully on honoring their family’s traditions while forging new ground with their artworks.
How can you help?
If you’d like to help keep Oaxaca’s rich cultural heritage alive, please consider supporting FOFA’s ongoing programs.
Have a question?
Contact us to find out about our ongoing programs, how to reach a particular artesano, or plan a trip to Oaxaca.
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Read our recent newsletters about FOFA'S ongoing programs and the artesanos we support.
