Oscar Carrillo: Snail-Owl Fusion Woodcarving xolo dog They were painted by ordinary

They were painted by ordinary people or local self-taught artists

Each piece was produced in numbered limited editions of 12 to 24

and beautifully controlled

The painting reminds me of the spirit of Matisse's famous cut-outs — bold

Oscar Carrillo: Snail-Owl Fusion Woodcarving xolo dog They were painted by ordinaryIn the world of Oaxacan alebrijes, a fusion, or fantasy creature, combines elements from two (or more) real animals to spark the imagination. Fusion alebrijes are hybrid folk art sculptures that merge features from multiple animals into singular, fantastical forms. These pieces blend real world anatomies, like shells, wings, horns, and claws, into harmonious yet otherworldly creatures These fantastic beings celebrate creativity and storytelling,