News and Notes
Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos with Zarco Guerrero - video
12 October, 2009
Check out this YouTube video where Zarco Guerrero explains the significance, and the use of masks in this colorful Mexican tradition that honors and celebrates departed loved ones in a festival setting:
Celebrated every November in the Phoenix area, this year Zarco will be appearing Sunday, 1 November, 2009 at the Desert Botanical Garden (http://www.dbg.org) for two days of fabulous entertainment and exhibits. On Sunday at 4:30 PM, La Procesiòn, which reflects the ancient indigenous tradition of a community, march to ancestral burial sites in order to honor those who have gone before us.
On Saturday, 7 November, 2009, in collaboration with Xico Inc. (http://www.xicoinc.com) who developed the original Dìa de los Muertos festival in the Valley of the Sun. The festival showcases performing artists and is best known for its one-of-a-kind masked performances using the masks of Zarco Guerrero. This festival traditionally is held each year on the first weekend in November in downtown Chandler.
We Decorate the Dead! A Dia de Los Muertos Book
3 September, 2008
Arizona Artist Zarco Guerrero debuts as Author: We Decorate the Dead — celebrates Day of the Dead Traditions, as it displays a awesome collection of artwork — masks, drawings, sculptures and altars.
An important contribution to the Arts in Arizona and a must have item for every family!!
Check out the We Decorate the Dead book page for more information or, order HERE from Evermore Design.
Face to Face in a Frenzy - The VIDEO!!!
31 March, 2008
You can now own your copy of Zarco's masked performance Face to Face in a Frenzy.
Now available for purchase on DVD.
A booklet with the poetry for each of the ten characters portrayed through the masks is included.
Caras y Mascaras: Faces & Masks - Multiple Exhibitions
1 June, 2006
From frogs and Frida Kahlo to skulls and devils, more than 150 masks pout, cry, smile and frown from the walls of this exceptional exhibition featuring works in clay, fiberglass and carved wood. Featuring a fantastic Dia de Los Muertos ofrenda. A power point presentation on this exhibition is available upon request. Please email us: zarco@zarkmask.com Presently being exhibited at Tempe Arts Center - Faces Exhibition in Tempe, Arizona.