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Teen Artists Preserve Mexican Lacquer Tradition | San Francisco News
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A San Jose artist is reviving a centuries-old Mexican lacquer art tradition with middle schoolers, teaching them to decorate wood and gourds with gold-traced designs — their work now on display at a gallery. Inspired by her mentor’s fears of cultural loss, she’s passing down the craft while helping kids connect with their heritage through personal stories, like a monarch butterfly piece honoring a grandmother that even sold on opening night. Part of a youth arts program, students also receive a stipend, turning creativity into real value — all while ensuring this vibrant tradition lives on for future generations.
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