One could only imagine the inspiration of a place where lush mountainsides reach to the Pacific and giant monarch butterflies flock for a winter getaway. Its name meaning the “place of the fish,” more flows in the state of Michaocan than the animals that thrive in this natural haven.

Have you ever walked into a home, a museum or a fine hotel and seen a piece of glazed pottery that just took your breath away? Meet Gorky Gonzalez, one of Mexico’s most celebrated artisans.

See Mexico through the eyes of photographer Michael Sudheer from San Miguel de Allende. The video features photos from his upcoming book.