Adrian Corona: Nocturnal Bats & Blossoms Mata Ortiz Olla hippo Charming little owl by Oaxacan

Charming little owl by Oaxacan woodcarving artist Angel Matias

while the swirling lines evoke water and wind

spirit guides who move between the human world and the sacred

This lovely ram is wonderful

Adrian Corona: Nocturnal Bats & Blossoms Mata Ortiz Olla hippo Charming little owl by OaxacanWonderful bats and flowers adorn this beautiful olla by Mata Oritz artist Adrian Corona. All around the pot, a lively nocturnal scene unfolds: charming black bats with expressive faces glide among curling green vines, leaves, and red flowers. Each bat is carefully incised and painted, with tiny details on the wings, fur, and ears that give them personality and movement. The floral motifs echo traditional northern Mexican plant forms, creating a