For the Collector

Original Yarn Paintings by Eligio Carrillo

Eligio Carrillo was a Wixárika mara-akame (shaman) who dedicated his life to his village and his people. His visionary yarn paintings, each a nierika or sacred doorway, have touched thousands of people around the world. Eligio passed away in December 2023, and his vision lives on through the art he shared with the world.

Shop originals About Eligio

ONE OF A KIND

Each painting is an original, created by hand. No two are alike, and once a piece finds its home it is gone from our collection.

AUTHENTICITY

Every original yarn painting comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

MADE BY HAND

Individual strands of yarn are pressed by hand into beeswax on a wooden base, one by one, without glue.

The Collection

Uru to the Four Directions - Huichol Arts

Uru to the Four Directions

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
The Drum and Harvest Ceremony - Huichol Arts The Drum and Harvest Ceremony - Huichol Arts

The Drum and Harvest Ceremony

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Hicuri Dance - Huichol Arts

Hicuri Dance

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
The Rising of Takuyasi - Huichol Arts The Rising of Takuyasi - Huichol Arts

The Rising of Takuyasi

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Guided by Takuyasi - Huichol Arts Guided by Takuyasi - Huichol Arts

Guided by Takuyasi

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
The Reflection of Earth and Sky - Huichol Arts The Reflection of Earth and Sky - Huichol Arts

The Reflection of Earth and Sky

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Blessing of the Sacred Water - Huichol Arts Blessing of the Sacred Water - Huichol Arts

Blessing of the Sacred Water

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Ancestral Offering to Takuyasi - Huichol Arts Ancestral Offering to Takuyasi - Huichol Arts

Ancestral Offering to Takuyasi

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Kauyumari's path - Huichol Arts Kauyumari's path - Huichol Arts

Kauyumari's path

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
The Birth of Takuyasi - Huichol Arts The Birth of Takuyasi - Huichol Arts

The Birth of Takuyasi

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Guided by Kauyumari - Huichol Arts Guided by Kauyumari - Huichol Arts

Guided by Kauyumari

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Ceremony of the Spirits - Huichol Arts Ceremony of the Spirits - Huichol Arts

Ceremony of the Spirits

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Antlers of Kauyumari - Huichol Arts Antlers of Kauyumari - Huichol Arts

Antlers of Kauyumari

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Rays of Takuyasi - Huichol Arts

Rays of Takuyasi

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Mara'akame's Offering - Huichol Arts Mara'akame's Offering - Huichol Arts

Mara'akame's Offering

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
The Ancestors' Dream - Huichol Arts The Ancestors' Dream - Huichol Arts

The Ancestors' Dream

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Sacred Rattlesnake - Huichol Arts Sacred Rattlesnake - Huichol Arts

Sacred Rattlesnake

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Blessing of Kauyumari and Nakawey - Huichol Arts Blessing of Kauyumari and Nakawey - Huichol Arts

Blessing of Kauyumari and Nakawey

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Sacred Yellow Paint - Huichol Arts Sacred Yellow Paint - Huichol Arts

Sacred Yellow Paint

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
The Sacred Drum and Deer - Huichol Arts The Sacred Drum and Deer - Huichol Arts

The Sacred Drum and Deer

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Following in the Footsteps of the Ancient Ones - Huichol Arts Following in the Footsteps of the Ancient Ones - Huichol Arts

Following in the Footsteps of the Ancient Ones

$1,300.00
$1,300.00
Crystal Blessings fo the Children - Huichol Arts Crystal Blessings fo the Children - Huichol Arts

Crystal Blessings for the Children

$1,500.00
$1,500.00
Light Offerings of Takuyasi - Huichol Arts Light Offerings of Takuyasi - Huichol Arts

Light Offerings of Takuyasi

$1,500.00
$1,500.00
The Nierika of Wiricuta - Huichol Arts The Nierika of Wiricuta - Huichol Arts

The Nierika of Wiricuta

$950.00
$950.00
Living with your painting

Display and care

The yarn holds its color very well, even after years on display. Keep your painting out of direct sunlight, since heat can soften the beeswax. Indirect light is fine, and mounting above a fireplace mantle is generally okay. You may choose to frame it behind UV-protective glass; otherwise, dust the face gently with a duster or a damp paper towel.

Dimensions and weight are listed on each painting's page.

Care & maintenance

Each purchase supports the cultural heritage of the Wixárika tribe, and helps sustain their ancient spiritual traditions inherently tied to the native art forms