English subtitles for clip: File:Alebrijes wikilearning.webm

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The Mexican artisans reflect the essence, history, 
magic and tradition of the country through 

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each of his/her pieces, demonstrating the richness
expressed with vivid colors and striking shapes

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For example, "alebrijes" are fantastic animals
and hybrid monsters of many colors. To make

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these unique pieces, with great skill and
patience, artisans shape and mold

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flour paste with cardboard over a
wire frame to construct an alebrije

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This is the raw material of their craft called "cartonería"
which is done in various parts of the country

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and has been passed down from generation to generation.
These works have arrived to participate in the

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parade and contest organized by the Museo de Arte Popular (Folk Art Museum)
which takes place each year in the

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Historic Center of the country's capital.
All this with the aim to contributing to

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raise the value and promote the work of
Mexican artisans and artists, exhibiting

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the cultural diversity of Mexico and keep
its essence alive as well as the importance of these

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handcrafts as part of the nation's culture.