Miguel Maldonado Gaitán

Considered Gregario Bracamonte's premier student, Miguel Maldonado Gaitán is an acclaimed artist with several international awards under his belt. As a child, Miguel worked alongside his father — master craftsman Emmanuel Gaitán. Today, he has emerged as a highly respected artisan noted for innovative interpretations of pre–Columbian designs. Miguel's flair for contemporary style has made him a favorite among the rising stars in his creative community.



Gregario Rogelio Bracamonte

Award-winning artist Gregario Rogelion Bracamonte is a celebrity in his own right. Celebrated throughout Central America as one of the world's finest pre-Columbian potters, Gregario has earned numerous prestigious titles for his museum-quality creations. Born into a family of potters in 1949, Gregario began training alongside his father at the age of 12. Years of commitment to his craft inspired Gregario to become a teacher and mentor to the young artisans of San Juan de Oriente — passing precious lessons learned along the way from one generation to the next.