Born in Mexico, Clara Amezcua is a multifaceted creative force, blending tradition with innovation. her passion for artisanal craftsmanship. As a skilled artisan, Clara specializes in creating vibrant piñatas and intricate alebrijes, preserving Mexico’s rich cultural heritage. Her work extends beyond craftsmanship; she shares her knowledge and enthusiasm through engaging workshops. These interactive sessions, infused with historical and cultural context, have captivated audiences in schools, museums, and festivals such as the Living Tradition Festival, Latino Art Festival in Park City, and the Utah Arts Festival.

She also does workshops in schools for the Utah Division of Arts and Museums and for professional development teacher conferences such as Arts Express and throughout the state for teachers such as in the Uintah Basin. Artes de Mexico en Utah also utilizes Clar’s artistry and teaching skills for many of their events.

In addition, she contributes to the Cultural Transformation Committee for the Mesoamerican exhibition at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA), fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of her heritage.

Through her art, education, and community engagement, Clara Amezcua embodies the spirit of cultural exchange and preservation, inspiring a new generation to cherish Mexico’s rich traditions.

In any classroom for kids, families or teachers, Clar is the teaching artist accompanied by her daughter Camila Romero and often her sisters, Valeria Amezcua and Rosario Amezcua.