Bolivian artist William Luna honors the Day of the Dead by personalizing "tantawawa" bread.

Bolivian artist William Luna honors the Day of the Dead by carving the faces of deceased loved ones onto "tantawawa," a traditional sweet bread. This centuries-old practice, which symbolizes the connection between the living and the dead, typically features generic faces. Inspired by his mother's passing, Luna crafts personalized masks using photographs, clay models, and plaster, often involving the families in the painting process.

November 01, 2024
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