Throughout the streets and shops of Nogales, Mexico pieces of intricate artwork can be appreciated almost anywhere you turn. From paintings to metal work, pottery to flatware, mostly everything you see is infused with an artistic touch.
The largest influence on Mexican artwork is religion, namely the Catholic religion. Ornate and colorful crosses hang around restaurants and stores. The Wilson family, owners of the building that houses La Roca, one of the most famous retaurants along the border on the Mexico side, also owns an art shop that resides below the restaurant.
El Changarro houses furniture, antiques, pottery and dish ware, ceremonial masks, and plenty of beautiful paintings. According to Bon Wilson, the family travels around Mexico to find the most eye-catching pieces. Some of the destinations include Guerrero, Mexico City, Puebla, and Oaxaca. The hand-crafted artwork is popular with tourists to the area.
Wilson carries many religious pieces in his shop.
"The Guadalupe Virgin (Virgin Mary) and saints are main figures in much of the arts in the country," he explains. "Mexican culture is deeply rooted in religion."
Wherever you turn in Nogales, the rich artistic background of Mexico is apparant.
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