News and Notes
Mask Making Workshop at my Studio in Mesa
19 January, 2013
Come make your own mask! $30 covers all the materials. Make your own creation and have fun decorating it your own way. Limited to 10 students. Great activity!
Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos with Zarco Guerrero - video
12 October, 2012
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 fall season in the Phoenix area, this year Zarco will be appearing on Sunday, October 28th At the CALA Festival downtown Phoenix and at the Desert Botanical Garden (http://www.dbg.org) on Saturday and Sunday, November 3rd and 4th, 2012 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.
The festival showcases performing artists and is best known for its one-of-a-kind masked performances using the masks of Zarco Guerrero.
Zarco Online
17 May, 2011
You can now find Zarco on Facebook and follow Zarco on Twitter (links on the front page of the site, too).
On the multimedia front, you can also find Zarco's channel on YouTube (permanent link on the Links page). Here's a good one:
Finally, be sure to check out Zarco's new blog at Blogspot! (Permanent link in the main menu.)
Latest Press Clippings
7 June, 2010
Here's the latest from the press on what we've been doing:New Times: Gallery 2345: Attitude and Gratitude
New Times: Anti-SB 1070 Demonstration Rocks Phoenix, Marchers Number in the Tens of Thousands
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.