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Frida and Diego go to Oaxaca

Frida and Diego go to Oaxaca. Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera were 20 th century artists who created art works about the people of Mexico. In Oaxaca you can see the art and architecture of the Zapotecs and Mixtecs, native peoples whose traditions and customs are still practiced today.

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Frida and Diego go to Oaxaca

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  1. Frida and Diego go to Oaxaca

  2. Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera were 20th century artists who created art works about the people of Mexico

  3. In Oaxaca you can see the art and architecture of the Zapotecs and Mixtecs, native peoples whose traditions and customs are still practiced today

  4. Monte Alban is an ancient city atop a mountain in Oaxaca

  5. Clay sculptures and pottery found at archeological sites in Oaxaca Dog shaped vessel Tiny clay figures

  6. After Cortez and the native peoples defeated the Aztecs, the Spanish introduced Christianity to Mexico

  7. Oaxacan crafts inspired by Spanish traditionsMilagros and clay angel

  8. Oaxacan folk art blends the past and the present

  9. Many Mexican women wear clothing from their region of Oaxaca

  10. A craftswoman in the market wearing traditional clothing

  11. Hanging out with some friendsbefore the parade

  12. When you visit Oaxaca you will experience the rich art and culture of the people who lived there long ago and their descendants who keep Oaxacan art and traditions alive today Asta Pronto!

  13. References and Suggested Resources Diego Jonah Winter http://www.artchive.com/ftp_site.htm

  14. Reproductions • Mark Harden’s Artchive • http://www.artchive.com/ftp_site.htm • Paintings • Kahlo, Frida: Self Portrait with a Monkey (1938) • Rivera, Diego: The Flower Carrier (1935)

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