EASU Cinco de Mayo Mexican Art ATC Swap

Cinco de Mayo Day is coming up on May 5th, so to celebrate I thought we could do a Mexican art ATC swap.

For this swap you will create an ATC featuring Mexican art. Bright colors, sombreros, celebration, Mariachi, Frida, etc. Here is a link for some examples of Mexican art... CLICK HERE

You can use any medium that you like for your ATC. Please make sure that it is placed on a sturdy background & mailed securely to your partner.

Thanks for joining & happy swapping!

FYI: On May 5, 1862, the Mexican army defeated the French army at the Battle of Puebla. This single military battle signified defeat of a European colonial power, and a victory for the Mexican people. This single battle was the roots of Cinco de Mayo.

Note: Cinco de Mayo is not the celebration of Mexican Independence which is celebrated on September 16th.

What Cinco de Mayo has come to be, is much more than one battle in the colonial history of Mexico. Rather, it has come to signify Hispanic and Mexican pride and a time to celebrate the rich culture.

Today, this holiday is celebrated by Mexicans, and especially the Hispanic community in the U.S. It is a time of song, dance, partying, and in general a time to be proud to be of Hispanic descent.