#mexican folk dance

[artist-ellen]

Okay so…. Maybe I’m not quite done designing mermaids? I got a little carried away thinking of all the other fashions that could inspire mermaids and... here we are! This first un-prompt-list fashion-mermaid is a mermaid based on Mexican Folk Dance dresses. If you have never seen video of these sorts of dances, have never seen these dresses spin? You need to go do that... now would be a great time. The colors are vibrant, the movements are fluid and mesmerizing... I had a fantastic time designing this mermaid.

I am the artist! Do not post without permission & credit! Thank you! Come visit me over on: instagram.com/ellenartistic or tiktok: @ellenartistic

[fashioninpaper]

[it-happened-one-fic]

Polka - Light and Shadows - Strictly NRC Dancing

Author Notes: The dance I used for this fic is another type of Polka, this time from Mexico. More specifically the Mexican folk dance from Chihuahua, Mexico: Polka Luz y Sombras. I recommend watching the performance on Youtube labeled “Mexican Folk Dance - Polka Luz y Sombras de Chihuahua México” and posted by Vive El Folklore. I had a lot of trouble finding out much about this Polka, but there are several performances on Youtube, including the one I recommended. Just like the rest of this AU/series the reader is female for this fic. I hope you enjoy!

If you would like to read more this AU/series, the fics can be found here: Strictly NRC Dancing AU Master-List

Type: Dance AU/ female reader/ fluff/ PLATONIC

Word Count: 721

The final dance of the polka class was largely just for fun. It wasn’t going to be scored and was a favor from the teachers to me.

 This was because my partner for the final polka was not allowed to take the dance classes simply because he would download all of the information and motions off of the internet and immediately become a flawless polka dancer.

 My partner was none other than Ortho.

The little robot boy had confided in me when he practiced with me on the sly that he also wanted to dance. 

He’d learned the motions already and enjoyed dancing with me before going directly to Idia with the motions he’d downloaded from our practice to help his brother learn to dance without me and Ignihyde’s housewarden ever having to meet up. 

Ortho also understood why he couldn’t be allowed to take the class, though. He would, inevitably, get the top spot in the class simply due to the nature of how he learned. 

But he still wanted to participate. He enjoyed watching others performances and wanted to join in.

Which was why I asked all of the judges if I could have a single favor and dance with someone I wanted to dance with at the end of all of the other performances. Initially, they had been wary. But when I explained the situation, that all changed very quickly. 

I’d told Ortho the very next day and received a rather bruising hug from the ecstatic boy, who’d immediately zipped home to tell his brother. 

He’d then come back just as quickly to tell me he knew exactly which polka he wanted to do. A hyper-specific Mexican polka. The “Luz y Sombras” that was native to Chihuahua, Mexico, in my world.

It was honestly pure luck that Sam happened to know this dance, and, with Ortho’s help, he’d taught me the steps to the incredibly fast polka that was filled with stomps, kicks, and even dancing, quite literally, cheek to cheek.

We couldn’t make it through a single practice session without someone getting tickled, usually me or Sam, while Ortho seemed to genuinely enjoy just watching the two of us dancing and clapping along just as much as he enjoyed actually practicing with me himself.

When it came time for our performance, I was surprised to see Crewel flagging me down, a smile on his face as he motioned me over to the dressing room. “You didn’t think I’d let you go without a costume change, did you pup?”

I stared at him, half shocked and half amused that he’d designed a dress for even this performance. 

The alchemy teacher/fashion designer held out the white blouse, a white skirt, a belt, some little black boots, and even some white bloomers for when my skirt inevitably whipped up due to the frenzied motions required by the dance.

Crewel calmly explained as he carefully handed each of the articles of clothing over to me, “Luz y Sombras means light and shadows, so you’ll be the light side of the dance. Apparently, Idia is going to handle making our little Ortho look like a shadow.”

And Idia had indeed made Ortho look like a little shadow by changing out a lot of the boy’s white plating for black. All that was left now was to perform.

And perform we did, our feet hitting the floor loudly for each stomp as we kicked out, smiling all the while. We’d barely even gotten started dancing before the majority of our fellow students and even the teachers were clapping along and cheering.

While it was not a dance that was graded or had anything of real import resting on its success, it was easy to say that it was everyone’s favorite performance. 

Even Idia had remained after his dance, hiding off to the side so that he could film his little brother with a wide grin on his face that made me wonder if his cheeks hurt as much as mine did from all the smiling.

It was true that I was beyond exhausted by the time our energetic performance came to an end. But it was also true that I’d probably enjoyed my dance with Ortho more than any of the others, and his bright, sparkling eyes had made it beyond worth it.

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[su-angelvicioso]

@the-most-pathetic-edge-marquis I was thinking of your tags about María’s outfit in my art and thought I’d share the inspiration behind it.❤️

In case anyone else was wondering where I got the idea for the outfit I drew for María. It was inspired by the dresses commonly worn in Baile folklórico. María loves dance and she has definitely attended many of the “Ballet Folklórico de México” ensemble concerts.

Because I have the hc that she makes her own clothes, often using old techniques (she learned from the best lol) to stay grounded and close to her culture. I also hc that she made that outfit, inspired by the pretty dresses she’s seen in dance but she gives her outfits a more ‘modern’ twist and added her own sense of style to it. She’s a hot girl, would you expect anything less?

Here are some pics w/sources that visualize the idea:

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[artandhijinks]

Fire genasi bard concept

This is an idea I've been working on for a while. Because I'm from a region in the US where every high school has a varsity mariachi and folklorico team. And I thought it would be cool to have a bard who used dance to channel magic instead of an instrument. Not to mention any kind of Latino representation is highly lacking in d&d

I might be doing a series of all four elemental genasi as ballet folklorico bards. Just depends on my schedule for the next week or two

Prints available

[haveyoulistenedtothisalbum-poll]

Tracklist:

El aparato • La ingrata • El ciclón • El borrego • Esa noche • 24 Horas • Ixtepec • Trópico de cáncer • El metro • El fin de la infancia • Madrugal • Pez • Verde • La negrita • El tlatoani del barrio • Las flores • La pinta • El baile y el salón • El puñal y el corazón • El balcón

Spotify ♪ YouTube

[cameron-carpet-lola]

The hat dance

[monkeyssalad-blog]

MÉRIDA, Carlos. "Dance of 'Los Negritos' - Veracruz", from his "Dances of Mexico, Ten original lithographs", c. 1941. by Halloween HJB

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💃🏻 Son de Madera - La Bamba 🇲🇽

[artisticdivasworld]

The Vibrant World of Mexican Folk Art

I recently went out to lunch with my daughter and we went to a local mexican food restaurant where I saw beautiful Mexican Folk Art.  When we walked into the restaurant foyer, we were met with the most beautiful portrait of Frida that I have ever seen.  I was mesmerized by it.  The colors were bright and unusual and the portrait was oversized so you could not miss it or avoid it.  I truly was…

[queermasculine]

Two dancers from Mexican folk dance group Jalisco es Diverso

[arclantis-blog]

Horse Alebrije Art

This is an amazing animal wood carving of detailed fine art that you're going to be proud to show in your collection of alebrijes or original art, or give as a gift to someone you love. This adorable dancing Horse is sure to be a lively discussion starter in your home or office for many years to come, as it is the only one in the world, and you're going to receive the original hand crafted in the enchanting towns surrounding Oaxaca, Mexico. The creative inspiration and attention to detail that gets poured into the vibrant art built by the Manos Creativas team led by the family of Florencio Fuentes Melchor is truly gratifying.

> Expertly Hand Carved & Meticulously Hand Painted Spirit Horse Alebrije made by local artisans from San Martin Tilcajete, Oaxaca, Mexico > Beautiful Oaxacan Art -- this magnificent Horse is Created from One Piece of Copal Tree Wood > This colorful art is magnificent: original, exclusive & uniquely original ... the only one in the World.

> Collectible Artesania Mexicana Folk Art by Local Artists from the Manos Creativas Workshop > Genuine Oaxaca Alebrije Horse Originated in San Martin Tilcajete, Oaxaca, Mexico > Signed on Bottom by the Artist, Florencio Fuentes > Dancing Spirit Horse = 12.5" tall x 4.5" wide x 6" deep; weighs approximately 13.2 oz

To learn more about the product, click here.

[katt-katt]

I grew up in one of Campeche's municipalities(? and when the whole Brazilian Miku thing blew up and mexican versions started popping up as well I really wanted to draw Miku with the traditional clothes I wore for doing folk dances back there, it's nostalgic lol

--- Traducción a español ---

Crecí en un municipio de Campeche y cuando salió lo de Miku brasileña y todo lo demás me emocioné y quise dibujar a Miku con el traje típico que usaba para los bailes folclóricos allá, me da nostalgia jajaja

[kalpeavaris]

Round 2 for the Wild West!AU :D Featuring the second round of characters in the cast - my hand and iPad are actively dying /j

[ Nori - Nizhóní Burman ]

A former outlaw that returned to a more domesticated life after meeting Khan on the mexican-US border in 1871, Nori seemed to never quite adapt to running a town. While she could get behind the importance, she always felt the urge to leave for great travels again, returning to a life in a gang once again. Upon her suden disappearance one day, folks are rumoring that she might've given in, returning to her life as an Outlaw, while the Elders in the town whisper of her being taken by the Spirits of the West, in order to help them establish balance again. Whatever's true in the end, only she know, and only she may tell her tale.

[ Khan Hernandez Burman ]

The child of an indian immigrant and a mexican farmer, Khan grew up appreciating the desert around the border, being fascinated by not only the farmwork, but also capentry and building houses, as well as helping his father establish the settlement that came to be known as "Tumbleweed", a humble yet orderly town he now runs after his father's passing in the Winter. Since Nori's disappearance he'd been on the look for her ever since, raising their daughter Neera by himself and establishing her as his deputy.

[ Neera "Uzi" Burman ]

Coming after her mother in many regards, Neera (also known als "Uzi") also seeks a life beyond the borders of the town she grew up in - held back by her father's fear of her bringing harm upon herself or the town. Assisting her father with deputy and farm works, Neera's also quite fascinated by guns, repairing and cleaning her own repeaters and colts, as well as saving up to buy new ones she finds in stores and catalogues all around. In her free time (or when she sneaks off) she's often seen in Thaddeus' saloon, downing a whiskey or two to pass the time and gossip with her best friend.

[ Thaddeus "Thad" ]

Thaddeus, by most folks only known as "Thad", is the friendly face and bartender of Tumbleweed's only saloon. He came from the city and is actually Lizzie's brother - annoyed and quite bored by the city life and rapid industrialisation happening he moved further down to the border, where he met Khan and his daughter Neera. Taking over the old, run-down saloon Khan's father used to run inbetween sheriffs work, Thad's skills from having worked in the city before proved themselves useful.

[ Elizabeth "Lizzie" ]

Always a smile on her joyous face, Lizzie is known for her pompous demeanor, loud voice and a meanly swung dance leg in the bar. She does not shy away from embracing her feminine side while also standing up for herself and other women, especially during the women's rights movements happening in the US. She grew up in the city together with Victoria, who she considers her best friend... and secret crush. Since Lizzie got married, she and Victoria had to keep their relationship even more off a secret. Upon recieving a letter one day asking her to join Victoria in the countryside, Lizzie leaves the city - although with a heavy heart - to rejoice with her lover.

[ Victoria "Vicky" ]

Similar to Nathan and Jemima, Victoria grew up as an orphan, actually stationed in the same orphanage as the other two, where they got to know each other. Being adopted into the city by a middle class family, Victoria felt gratitude, although she deeply missed the countryside and hard work on a farm she'd experienced before her parent's death, eventually running away from home at the age of 17, leaving not only her family but also Lizzie behind in the city. Swearing to make enough money as a farmhand to one day purchase her own property, Victoria stood up to defy the stereotype of the "weak woman" at the time, proving herself daily.

[kordeliiius]

A Cut From Every Cloth

Series of vintage photo mockups to commemorate Tarsier Studios turning 20 this year, featuring the main members of their pantheon in cultural clothing

Outfit descriptions and references below

Little Nightmares

Six - Japanese hakama, haori, and hair ornaments Mono - Swedish Dalarna suit Runaway - Embroidered Baju Melayu with headwrap

LittleBigPlanet Vita and Tearaway Unfolded

Sunshine - 19th-century Yorkshire dress with bonnet and lace shawl Atoi - Scottish tartan kilt and flat cap Sean - Regency-era suit with cybernetic motifs Flounder - Ringmaster uniform with Russian punk rock motifs Marianne - French folk dress with gothic accessories Otis - Appalachian denim overalls with decorative trim

The Stretchers, Statik, and Fists of Plastic

Red medic - Mexican serape wrap and sombrero Blue medic - Zoot suit with fedora and metallic accessories Dr. Ingen - Victorian pinstripe suit Hero - Hainanese bamboo dance costume

The City of Metronome

Ten - Irish-inspired coordination with walking hat and Galway boots New - Bai and Hmong Hoa-inspired outfit with traditional headdress and Hong Kong embroidery

[oscarpiastriwdc]

albums i would play for each driver on the 2024 F1 grid to expand their music taste

Max Verstappen: Graceland by Paul Simon - As a fan of classic and folk rock, I'd imagine Max has been exposed to Simon and Garfunkel and I think he'd enjoy the sprawling, detailed, careful expanse of Simon's solo masterpiece. Angels in the architecture spinning in infinity, etc etc

Checo Perez: Ramomex by Rebel'd Punk - One of the Mexican bands who pioneered punk music in the country, but Checo probably missed this release because he was too busy karting and moving to europe as a teen. It's never too late to have a proper angry punk phase, though.

Charles Leclerc: Ten Love Songs by Susanne Sundfør - Groundbreaking, life-altering pop music that pushes every boundary. This hits the sad songs craving and I think would interest him as a musician and burgeoning songwriter.

Carlos Sainz: Ultraviolence by Lana Del Rey - daddy issues. I just know he'd vibe out to Brooklyn Baby.

Lando Norris: Destiny by DJ Sabrina the Teenage DJ - I dream of sitting him down and exposing him to actually good, interesting, fun contemporary dj music.

Oscar Piastri: Speaking in Tongues by Talking Heads - He has that certain David Byrne swag and demeanor of someone who'd love the Talking Heads if only given the chance.

Fernando Alonso: 10,000 gecs by 100 gecs - At first the old man would be extremely confused but once he was on board he would be blasting The Most Wanted Person In The United States all day every day.

Lance Stroll: Talon of the Hawk by The Front Bottoms - that post that's like the problem is men are making podcasts instead of forming midwest emo bands. but it's men are becoming f1 drivers instead of forming midwest emo bands. I think some TFB exposure could be the spark of inspiration for a great career pivot.

Lewis Hamilton: Maps by billy woods and Kenny Segal - I fear Lewis might have been too worried about Merc's performance last year to have checked out this fantastic collaboration that was one of 2023's best albums.

George Russell: Contra by Vampire Weekend - I just saw Vampire Weekend live following the release of the new album and at the show there was a guy a few feet ahead of me in the merch line who had the exact same energy as GR. The mix of prep vibes and world music would work into his taste while expanding his listening beyond coldplay.

Yuki Tsunoda: GLOW ON by Turnstile - 100% a selfish pick, I want to mosh with Yuki in the pit of a Turnstile pit.

Daniel Ricciardo: The Panhandlers by The Panhandlers - A country supergroup I return to time and again, wistful and nostalgic, making you yearn for West Texas no matter where in the world you are.

Alex Albon: Pelican West by Haircut 100 - Funky British jazz pop, perfect for dancing and vibing.

Logan Sargeant: Crying, Laughing, Waving, Smiling by Slaughter Beach, Dog - I fear Logie might be too young or too norm core to have had a proper Modern Baseball phase (it's never too late logie! listen to Intersection!) but Ewald's 2023 offering seems like something he missed last year that's perfectly up his alley.

Valtteri Bottas: Merriweather Post Pavillion by Animal Collective - Weird and complex, I think he should throw it on while on a long bike ride and let his mullet fly in the breeze.

Zhou Guanyu: God Save the Animals by Alex G - no you don't understand i need him to listen to Alex G he would love it

Kevin Magnussen: Heaven or Las Vegas by Cocteau Twins - Ethereal music he can feel and let wash over him in a wave to relax and transcend the horrors of driving for Haas.

Nico Hulkenberg: Supernatural by Santana - dad music but make it funky and good

Pierre Gasly: Sex Dreams and Denim Jeans by Uffie - A perfect twist on early 2000s French electronic music, I think it'd remind him of the club while sounding entirely new and make him want to pick up a side dj gig of his own.

Esteban Ocon: Lescop by Lescop - French indie pop-rock! His most recent album is fantastic, but Este should check out Lescop's 2013 debut first.

following a conversation with @liamlawsonlesbian and her definitive book rec list i'm doing something similar for music (she bullied me into posting this sorry). large range in popularity/mainstream-ness of artists depending on the driver and what i think they're already listening to.