Flame products

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Call productsOf the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from theguanaco, is the most popular domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fiber, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fiber is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilizing traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias, which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organized to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fiber, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are thetulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and theyou suck, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the Creole loom. The color palette includes the natural colors of the fiber (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fiberglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOLDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the molds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The color combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfill the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».

Llama products

Of the indigenous South American camelids, the llama, derived from the guanaco, is the most widespread domestic species. These animals played a key role in pre-Hispanic cultures, as they provided meat, milk, fibre, and guano, and served as pack animals.

Most llamas are bred in communities living in the highlands of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca.

Among the native camelids, the llama fibre is the most widely used. The wool from the Argentinian llama is of high quality and comparable to alpaca wool. The predominant production system for this livestock follows the traditional practices of the Andean regions, characterized by seasonal production and cyclical, transhumant management. While there are semi-industrial spinning mills, the majority of production is conducted by communities, cooperatives, and family groups utilising traditional methods.

Notable in this aspect is a branch of Red Puna, called Red Puna Artesanias,  which is a group of craftswomen and weavers who are part of the Popular Economy, organised to produce and market handicrafts following criteria of fair price, respect for cultural identity, appreciation of ancestral techniques, and sustainability.

The fibre, spun both by hand and with a spinning wheel, is used to make clothing (ponchos, coats, hats, scarves, gloves, shawls), objects for interiors (cushions, blankets, rugs), and small toys and accessories. Examples are the tulmas, strips of wool with pompoms used to braid hair in the Quechua and Aymara tradition, and which are now used as decorative elements, and the chuspas, small bags in which coca leaves were traditionally carried.

The yarn is woven with two and five needles, as on the creole loom. The colour palette includes the natural colours of the fibre (white, various earth tones, and black) and those produced with natural dyes, which are widely used. As motifs, there are stripes, abstract geometric patterns (such as fretwork, flowers, and animals), and those resulting from variations in weave designs (such as bird eyes and ears of corn). The terminations are usually fringed or twisted fringed.

Finally, partnerships are established between craftsmen and designers from urban areas, mainly in the field of interior design.

The masks of the Carnival of Oruro are one of the essential elements of the iconic dance of this carnival, which is the only one that is performed for faith and devotion to the Virgin of Candelaria, who is the patron saint of Oruro.

There are several techniques to make the masks of the Carnival of Oruro (plaster, brass, sponge, fibreglass, etc.), plaster is the most traditional material and combines more materials at the same time. Here I outline the mask-making technique of the «El Quirquincho» Mask Workshop. It should be noted that this art is a family legacy that is passed down from generation to generation.

MATERIALS:

Plaster, paints, spotlights, hats (felt), mirrors, glue, fabric (jute), cardboard and brushes.

MOULDS:

They are similar to shoe lasts, one part forms the back of the neck and the other the face. FELT:

The hat felts are put into the moulds and covered with plaster. Once they are dry, the contours are cut out and the two pieces are sewn together, then the holes are made to serve as eyes and nose.

ACCESSORY PIECES:

These are the body of the dragon, its wings, horns of the mask, eyes, ears, etc. The crystals are cut for the eyes, teeth and eyebrows of the mask.

CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE MASK:

On the contour of the nose, there will be many-pointed endings resembling the flames of hell. After the refining process, the mask is ready for painting. The colour combination always starts from the lowest to the darkest shades. The mask is then decorated with gold and silver tones with a very fine and long brush, and also with wavy lines in the form of veins on the ears, the chest and the wings.

In this way, one is ready to fulfil the wish or promise to dance for the Virgin of the Socavón in the «Carnival of Oruro».