Altars are sacred spaces that can be ornate or simple. They are ancient devices used by humans to pray, focus energy, meditate, practice ritual, divine and/or ground oneself. There uses are many but they are always aligned to the spiritual essence of humanity. Each Altar created is unique. Some are long lasting and permanent, others are short and season, while some are created only to be destroyed. The Altars I create always have the elements of fire, earth, & water on them and change theme based on mood, need, season, prayer, meditation, or ritual.
Ofrendas are the centerpiece for Dia de los Muertos or Dia de Muerto. This is where photographs of ancestors, friends, family, loved ones that have past are placed. Ofrendas can be communal, personal, big or small. But they are all works of art created with love.