Talavera Ceramics in Mexico

Blue and white ceramics have always been a favorite of mine since my grandmother gave me a small delicate pitcher from Italy. It is at least 100 years old and today sits in my home here in Vallarta. Imagine my surprise when, shortly after I moved here, I walked...

Opening Reception for Sculptor Luis Espiridion

The last reception of the season at Galeria Contempo presents Luis Espiridion, Friday, March 8, from 6 to 9 pm. Enjoy a glass of wine while perusing this Guadalajara sculptor's work. The sculptural work of Luis Espiridion has a deep and playful feeling. In this exhibition, Espiridion leaves nothing...

Mattress: Memory Foam or Latex?

Memory foam and latex have become top-notch materials for crafting high-quality mattresses, each for distinct reasons. While both deliver excellent comfort and pressure relief, significantdisparities exist between memory foam and latex mattresses, particularly in price, support, and sustainability. When navigating Mexico's mattress market, you will likely encounter memory foam and latex,...

A Good Mattress

When furnishing your home in Vallarta, I recommend investing in a well-made sofa, long-lasting outdoor furniture, and an incredibly comfortable mattress. Most people are unaware that mattress sizes differ around the world. Mattresses manufactured in Mexico are shorter and broader than American and European mattresses. This size variance does...

Pelago at Galeria Contempo

'Pelago' by Ricardo MejoradaWith hands impregnated with inks and the sea, with unmatched artistic skills, Ricardo Mejorada gives us 'ocean fractals' in an intimate and sensitive connection. Through its energetic color palette, we perceive the intensity of the ocean and the apparent calm of the essential depths. With a...

Tulum Comes to Vallarta

Infused with coastal charm and the laid-back spirit of the Mexican coastline, this aesthetic brings a touch of paradise into a home. The décor style resembles the Boho Chic style, popular with homeowners north of the border. Regardless of which of the names you call it, this décor style...

A Visit to Corazon Vallarta

"We are all connected," explains my friend Paola, "through our hearts. The meaning of love is a heart, and we are love in different sizes, shapes, colors, and situations." Since Valentine's Day is soon approaching, I thought I would look at where we can find hearts in Puerto Vallarta....

Miguel Lopez Vazquez at Galeria Contempo

Over the years, Lopez Vazquez, born in 1972, has studied several expressional techniques using alternatively pencil drawing and acrylic ink on paper, wood, and canvas.  When you enter an art exhibition by Mexico City artist Miguel Lopez Vazquez, your first thought might be that you are looking at...

Designing a Serene Condo in Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta, situated on Mexico's Pacific Coast, beckons with its breathtaking beaches and vibrant culture, making it an ideal canvas for creating a coastal-themed condo. Whether you are here as a resident, a snowbird, or an investor with a rental condo, you can transform your condo into a tranquil...

Open House and Exciting New Works

By June Rosen Lopez I am thrilled to invite you all to an Open House, February 8, from 2 to 8 pm at my gallery in my home at Francisca Rodriquez #200 at the corner of Pino Suarez. We will celebrate a remarkable milestone of 50 years of jewelry making,...

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