Teotitlan del Valle is a wonderfully traditional town where traditional dress is still worn and Zapotec is spoken by everyone. The success of the weaving business has allowed the people to protect their heritage and not migrate to the US.

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Sra. Martinez working recently dyed wool. The costume is similar to others in The Tlacolula district but is differentiated by the belt and the way the hair is put up.
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The Martinez family in happier days. Sr. Martinez passed away Dec. 2002, he was a long time friend and will be missed.
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A special rug woven by Alberto just before he passed away of an Otomi Indian spirit that I gave to him to weave. It is the Spirit of Green tomato ( tomatillo)
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Alberto Martinez in 1992 from a video we made about his weavings. Albert passed away in 2002, he will be missed.
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Traditional design rug