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FRONTLINE/World
reporter Macarena Hernández travels to the Mexican state
of Chihuahua to meet the man who brought fame and prosperity to
Mata Ortiz, his rural village. As a young boy, 40 years ago, Juan
Quezada discovered ancient painted pots in a cave in the rugged
hills near his home. Quezada toiled to recreate the pottery methods
of the Paquime Indians, a culture that died out centuries ago. After
becoming an international pottery star, Quezada trained others in
his village. Now, Mata Ortiz is home to several hundred master artisans,
and Quezada is a local hero. watch video >> read more >>
