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My Weekend Walks in Ajjijic:Part IV

On Saturday, I went on the Annual Studio Art Walk which benefits student artists. Around 100 artists were represented in 30 locations. Sheila Ruof and I enjoyed our day very much and I saw so much beauty which I want to share in photos. Besides the art, color and views that intrigue me abound throughout town!

On my way to pick up Sheila, I saw these ladies having so much fun putting these balloons together as a sculpture. They told me it is for a bullfight.

Finished: a cactus!

Self-Guided Art Walk
I bought a ceramic dish and a small watercolor, both gifts. The brochure with map to the artists' studios is beautifully done.

An outside wall before first stop


Coincidentally, the first  house we stopped at was one I had posted here days earlier because I think it is beautiful on the outside.

A Bed and Breakfast we entered had many artists displaying their works.

Notice the reading material for guests!



Virgin de Guadalupe

Niche with ceramic ginger pot

The outdoor garden



An attractive sconce on our way out.
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At the Lake Chapala Society (LCS) community center, this lady was demonstrating mosaic work. We also saw the talented students who learn their art skills as a part of the LCS Art Program.

We walked our feet off enjoying every location and stopped for a delicious lunch at Ajijic Tango to rest a bit. Revived after lunch, there were a few more things to see, but we didn't last too long. It was probably 80 degrees by now! All-in-all,we had a great day together, enjoying what we love about Ajijic!

On Sunday, I didn't get in a hurry, but I had a mission, so went out on my own to walk some more!
Bethany had texted and asked me to buy her a little metal box with ceramic on top like she had taken home to a friend. I stopped into the store where she bought it, Diane Pearl, and photographed them to see which one she wanted.




Yesterday I walked by this massive wall sculpture without photographing it. It called to me so I returned to get some shots. Effren Gonzales, the artist, came up through the Lake Chapala Society's Children's' Art Program. Now a world renown artist, he contributes generously to the community. Just outside his studio, he created this wall to remember those who have died. Their names are included.

Close View
I'm still amazed when I walk by a horse!






I always smile when I see the creative of color used by homeowners!

Indigenous Woman


I wondered what this woman was collecting from the street, but they don't like to have their pictures taken.


This healthy looking ficu tree is supported by the roots below. Ficus roots are very invasive, but here they are somehow contained in a small space between cement curbs on a parkway. Amazing!



I walk by this wall next to where I am staying almost every day. Finally, I was able to get the full shot with no cars blocking it!


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