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Leticia Reza was born in San Andres Chaminata, in the state of Jalisco, Mexico. She learned the Wixarika art form from her parents, as they did from their ancestors. Leticia’s mom taught her that Wixarika art is created to represent the collective memory of a people and to express the vital energy of their religion through abstract designs using colorful yarns and beads.
Leticia moved to Telluride in 2010 and has been an active part of the community ever since. Starting in 2022, Leticia began to show Telluride the beauty of her art and her culture through her handmade, Wixarika art.
Telluride Arts asked Leticia a few questions…
Why do you make jewelry?
Because I like it, I entertain myself!
If you could have a conversation with any artist, living or dead, who would it be?
It would confidently be Frida Kahlo. I like the art of painting!
What keeps you engaged when creating art?
Well, I really like the colors when I'm making a necklace. I'm very happy with how the colors turn out, that motivates me!
Do you prefer summer or winter?
I like summer!
Where can someone buy your jewelry?
People can find me in Mountain Village in the summer at the market. Also, my jewelry is on Facebook at “Artesanía Original Wixarika.” You can also email me at leticiarezacarillo56@gmail.com.
