Yesterday we spent some quality time at Old Town where San Felipe de Neri Catholic church was hosting its annual Santero Market . In conjunction with this arts market, the City of Albuquerque has coordinated some excellent music and dance for all to enjoy. The artisans at this event embody what is so very special about our cultural art history in New Mexico - they are authentic.
One artist stood out for us. Lorena Flores (daughter of artisan Carolyn Flores) draws and paints on wooden boards. Her color schemes are bold and bright. She is seven years old.
She has big stories behind her hand drawn, and painted, Retablos. We bought her lovely red and blue Retablo depicting Our Lady of Guadalupe. It was a major art find for us.
The Santero Market runs through five today. Go see Lorena. She is in booth 18. Just precious, this little one.
Carolyn - We were thrilled to meet both of you and look forward to your daughter's next round of fabulous creations!
Posted by: Jeannette Chavez | 10/08/2013 at 08:36 PM
Thank you for the wonderful post. This was Lorenas first art show and she really enjoyed meeting everyone and sharing her stories about the saints. She was completely sold out by this afternoon. She is already planning on next years inventory. Thank you for supporting her work♥
Posted by: Carolyn Flores | 10/06/2013 at 07:29 PM