How Do You Collect Day Of The Dead Folk Art?
The people of several countries create folk art inspired by the Day of the Dead. Often used on altars and in festivities, the art honors departed loved ones and comes in several styles representing the folk traditions of the country. With so many varied pieces to collect, you can easily build a fantastic collection. Shop at flea markets and local shops in border towns. You’ll find masks, sculptures, figurines, paintings and other Day of the Dead folk art on both sides of the borders. Check in late November for the largest selection. While Day of the Dead art can be found year round, it is most abundant just after the holiday. Negotiate a good price. Bargaining seems to be a given when shopping in Mexico and Latin American countries, so you should have no problem getting the merchant to drop the price a bit. Walking away usually gets a low offer yelled after you. Buy the pieces you like when you have a chance. Since this folk art is inspired by a holiday, it varies year to year. Some ar
