'Magical Mexico in Motion: Sculptures by Fernando Escartiz' in San Francisco

The Consulate General of Mexico in San Francisco is presenting “Magical Mexico in Motion: Sculptures by Fernando Escartiz,” a vibrant showcase of Mexican folk art that will be open to the public throughout the summer.

The exhibit, conceived by renowned Mexican sculptor Fernando Escartiz, features seven large-format sculptures adorning the facade of the consular building, as well as a series of alebrijes -a Mexican folk art genre featuring brightly colored sculptures of mythical creatures, traditionally made from papier-mâché- and other iconic pieces such as the Tree of Life and the Deer Eye displayed inside the premises.

The exhibit Magical Mexico in Motion, conceived by renowned Mexican sculptor Fernando Escartiz, features seven large-format sculptures adorning the facade of the consular building. Photo: Fernando Escartiz — *^{The exhibit, conceived by renowned Mexican sculptor Fernando Escartiz, features seven large-format sculptures adorning the facade of the consular building. Photo: Fernando Escartiz}*

These artworks invite the community to rediscover the symbolic and spiritual richness of traditional Mexican folk art.

Fernando Escartiz, a native of Mexico, has developed a distinguished career as a sculptor and cultural promoter in the Bay Area. His work is characterized by the contemporary reinterpretation of elements from Mexican folk art—such as alebrijes—blending traditional techniques with innovative approaches.

In addition to his artistic work, Escartiz has actively collaborated with various local communities, offering workshops and promoting art as a tool for social cohesion.

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Among his most notable contributions is his participation in the decoration of the San Francisco Symphony for the Day of the Dead concert, where he has created installations that combine sculpture, color, and symbolism to honor this ancestral tradition.

“With this exhibit, our goal is not only to beautify the consular building but also to offer our community a space to connect with Mexican art and identity. Fernando Escartiz’s work celebrates our roots, our creativity, and the richness of our traditions. We are proud to share it from the heart of the Consulate,” said Ana Luisa Vallejo, Consul General of Mexico in San Francisco.

"...Fernando Escartiz’s work celebrates our roots, our creativity, and the richness of our traditions. We are proud to share it from the heart of the Consulate,” said Ana Luisa Vallejo, Consul General of Mexico in San Francisco. Photo: Fernando Escartiz — ^{“…Fernando Escartiz’s work celebrates our roots, our creativity, and the richness of our traditions. We are proud to share it from the heart of the Consulate,” said Ana Luisa Vallejo, Consul General of Mexico in San Francisco. Photo: Fernando Escartiz}

The Mexican official invited the general public to visit the Consulate General of Mexico in San Francisco and enjoy this unique exhibit that celebrates the creativity and spirit of Mexican art.