anted to bring home was a mask from this artist. Because the students are not allowed to leave the camp, we traveled to Tocuaro to take pictures of his masks for Ian to choose one, and returned the next day to purchase his mask. Here is a photo of Felipe Horta, with the mask Ian bought (and Felipe signed). Felipe was so touched by Ian's passion, that he gifted Ian with another small mask carved by one of his young apprentices -- from one young man to another. Felipe's website, for your exploration, is: Mascares Ceremoniales y del Folklor. Ian's mask, and this part of his --and our-- adventure, has touched all the teachers deeply. Today we wanted to show you some pictures, with a little narration. There are so many stories that we are NOT telling, so that our travelers can share them with you when they come home. You might notice that there are no students' faces in the photos. This is because this is a public blog, and we are not posting photos that show the faces of minors (even though you may recognize your own!)
Students walking with the teacher to their tailler.
Tailler de Joyeria
Tailler de Cuidado de Animales
The first thing Eli did, upon entering the farm yard today, was make a bee-line for the horse in a corral, petting the horse's neck and reconnecting for another day's work. Tomorrow they will all get to help bathe the horse, along with tending to bunnies and baby chicks.
Tailler de Diseño
Tailler de Alebrijes
Max, Sam, Jayme, and Ian were perched in a raised workshop with a wide view of Lago de Patzcuaro. Between the beautifully hand-painted canvas of the outside of the building, and the wild colors and shapes of the animales the students were creating, we were indeed stepping into a world of imaginacion.
Jayme says, "Happy Birthday, Dad!" and sends you a photo of his current art-work. He's been up early every day playing soccer before breakfast, and has been an adventurous gourmet, trying new foods, flavors, and spices.
