Artes de México publishes two new titles, betting on its readers

The publishing house Artes de México continues its dedication to captivating readers with its latest releases, including "Rebozos de Michoacán." Margarita de Orellana, the director, shared that the team traveled to Michoacán to document the intricate process of creating these traditional shawls and to interview the artisans.

"The team returned transformed. The photos are very impactful," de Orellana stated in an interview. She explained that Michoacán has historically been a significant center for rebozo production, with unique regional characteristics.

Each issue of Artes de México is distinct, aiming to delve deeply into its subject matter. For instance, an issue dedicated to the cultural project "Casa Abierta Monte" marked its 150th anniversary with a report on the building's restoration and an infographic of curious pawned items, including a chair filled with centenarios and one belonging to Esperanza Iris.

De Orellana highlighted the extensive effort behind each publication, involving months of conceptualization to ensure the material reaches a broad audience. "The advantage is that you can return a thousand times to view this information and keep it," she noted. Another recent release, "El grito salvaje. La obra de Patricio Robles Gil," showcases the extensive career of a photographer who has spent over 40 years capturing nature. "The photos and experiences he's had in incredibly remote places have made him a super original artist. We had wanted to do this for a long time," the director added.

Artes de México magazines and books are available at Córdoba 69, Roma Norte.