I back to Oaxaca for a new photo expedition

IT IS NOW OFFICIAL: I WILL LEAD A NEW PHOTOGRAPHY EXPEDITION IN OAXACA THIS YEAR

Day of the Dead in Oaxaca is synonymous with the unity of families and communities. It's a time when cemeteries come alive with the flickering glow of thousands of candles, and the joy of numerous families coming together to share stories, memories, songs, warm embraces, prayers, and above all, the profound love they hold for one another.

In this spirit of togetherness and celebration, I am thrilled to announce that I will lead a new and exciting photography expedition. We'll capture the enchanting essence of this tradition, immersing ourselves in the rich tapestry of Oaxacan culture, and freezing those moments of love, remembrance, and unity in time.We weave our own photographic tales, crafting a visual masterpiece that reflects the soul of Día de Muertos in Oaxaca. Let's create memories to cherish forever through the lens of our cameras.

In the realm of shutterbug artistry, the raucous Days of the Dead fiesta in Oaxaca emerges as a celebrated spectacle, a vibrant communion that beckons forth the ethereal phantoms of forefathers to partake in a rambunctious rendezvous within the mortal realm. They summon these departed souls with the promise of an earthly soiree, aiming to amuse them with the utmost devotion.

The dead's sojourn among us is sanctioned through an otherworldly visa, an otherworldly passage, if you will, where they can pay a visit to their kinfolk in the land of the living. Their ancestral haunts call them back, driven by the allure of relics left behind or the enduring devotion of their cherished ones.

One could boldly assert that nary a soul across the Mexican tapestry remains nonchalant in the face of this deeply embedded tradition. It serves as a spectral siren song that weaves familial bonds ever tighter, invoking the cherished memory of dearly departed souls, making this jubilant rite an indomitable force in Mexican life.

Ladies and gentlemen, let me take you on a rollercoaster ride through the heart of this intoxicating celebration! Picture this: it's the middle of October, and Oaxaca's streets come alive with the electrifying pulse of the Days of the Dead. People are on a mission, a frenzied hunt for the sacred offerings that will adorn their ancestral altars.

It's a carnival of scents and colors, a sensory overload that ignites the soul. The markets, awakening from their mundane slumber, transform into vibrant bazaars of desire. The air is charged with the promise of reunions with the dearly departed, and the procession of mourners, clad in their somber attire, begins to swell.

Amidst this sensory explosion, you'll stumble upon a treasure trove of seasonal delights: the infamous mole negro, decadent Oaxacan sweets that can make your taste buds dance a wicked salsa, featuring the obligatory candied pumpkin, the tantalizing tejocote apples, and the mystical nicuatole. These delicacies form an unholy alliance with chocolate and the sacred bread of the dead, unleashing a symphony of flavors that would make the heavens weep.

But that's not all, folks! The fruits of the season join this culinary cabal, and together, they become the living tapestry of the Day of the Dead altars. They adorn these sacred shrines, paying homage to those who've departed this world, an aromatic and visual feast that whispers secrets of the living and the dead.

So, if you're yearning for an adventure that will shake you to your core, come to Oaxaca during the Days of the Dead, where tradition, culture, and culinary ecstasy converge in an explosion of the senses. It's a journey you won't soon forget, my friends, and one that'll leave you craving for more.

My friends, it's a wild, mind-bending cocktail of tradition, devotion, revelry, sorcery, and history that courses through the veins of Oaxaca during the Days of the Dead. You've got to see it to believe it, and when you do, it's an eyeball-searing spectacle that'll burn itself into your memory.

Imagine this: the cemeteries come alive with a mesmerizing dance of flickering light as over 2,400 candles cast their spell on the Panteón General. It's like a sea of stars descended from the heavens to light the way for the souls of the departed. And that's just the start!

Behold the Death Altar Competition, a psychedelic trip through artistic expression that'll make your head spin faster than a merry-go-round on acid. You've got the grandiose tomb decorations, where creativity knows no bounds, and the tireless dedication of the living to appease the spirits of the dead. It's a mind-boggling testament to earthly love and devotion, a cosmic carnival that defies the laws of reason.

So, if you're in search of an adventure that'll shatter the walls of reality, Oaxaca during the Days of the Dead is your psychedelic ticket to the heart of the unknown. It's a majestic journey through the mystical realms of Mexican culture, where every moment is a transcendental trip into the unknown. Buckle up, my friends, because this is one hell of a ride you won't soon forget.

Sound very excited, don't you?

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