Kalina-style engraving, Alero San Antonio, Alto Loa.

Multiplying the herd

In the Andes, stone is one of the most effective mediums for communicating with the deities, and people “prefigure” or anticipate their wishes on them. To paint, engrave, or shape rocks is to “give life” to them. In ancient times, to draw llamas was to create llamas.

 

Kalina style


Taira style


Milla style