Fibers of San Agustín Etla: The Art of Handmade Paper
Fibers of San Agustín Etla: The Art of Handmade Paper
High in the mountains of Oaxaca, tradition and nature come together in the delicate craft of handmade paper. In this short film by Fer Dominguez, witness the poetic process—rooted in Indigenous knowledge and sustainable practices—that transforms natural fibers into sheets of living history.
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Film Maker
Fernando Dominguez
Mexico
A visual artist originally trained in cinematography, Fernando quickly gravitated toward experimental forms of film, eventually becoming involved in the dynamics of contemporary art.
Having lived in various places, he constantly explores the concept of inhabitation. His work is permeated by travel and the representation of space. His life has moved across countries, modes of expression, and techniques. He has worked within the worlds of galleries and festivals, academia, and self-managed projects. His practice includes installation, live video mixing, mobile video, drawing, writing, and performance.
His work has been exhibited at events such as the New Media Biennial and ArtecámaraARTBO. He received the Best Documentary award at the Festival International du Film d’Aubagne and at the Curtopía Audiovisual Festival.
Film Master
Eduardo Gijon
- Craft
- Paper Maker
- Country
- Mexico
Mano Sucia Ediciones is a workshop based in the community of San Agustín Etla, Oaxaca, dedicated to producing artisanal paper and pigments from local plants. Directed by Eduardo Gijón—an artist and artisan with a background in pigments, design, and graphic arts— Mano Sucia Ediciones creates art objects, books, and signature handmade paper.