Oaxacan Animal Sculptures

Samples of painted PATTERNS

Oaxaca is a state in Mexico known for its rich culture and crafts.

Alejibres:brightly-colored sculptures of fantastical

animal-like creatures

Pedro Linares: creator of traditional alejibres

• Had vivid dreams filled with monsters and other colorful creatures when he was very ill.

• His artwork depicted these dreams

• Used papier mache to create these sculptures

Your assignment:

• With a partner you will choose an animal and bring in a picture of it. (10% of your final project grade!)

• You will form this animal and papier mache it. You can exaggerate this form!

• Each part of the animal should have intricate patterns and designs similar to the traditional alejibre sculptures shown.

Please look at the following samples for animal forms and

pattern ideas!