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Tia Merotto

Tia is a freelance writer and visual artist with a deep rooted passion for culture and storytelling. She lives between Washington DC and Oaxaca City, and holds a MA in Art History and English from the University of St Andrews. In work and in daily life, she often finds inspiration within the living intersections of culture, climate and spirituality.

Member since: Jun 20, 2024Published posts: 2

Articles by Tia Merotto

How the Nopal Cactus Bridges Culture and Climate in Mexico
How the Nopal Cactus Bridges Culture and Climate in Mexico
Red Gold: How Cochineal Dye Built Mexican Cities
Red Gold: How Cochineal Dye Built Mexican Cities

In the Mexican state of Oaxaca, a coveted natural dye made of dried insects has influenced local—and global—cultural landscapes for centuries.