Manuel Palos was born and raised in Mexico, influenced by the notable landmark structures and architecture that surrounded him. Manuel honed the ancient skill of stone carving and sculpture by living and studying in Italy, and becoming a master stone carver and sculptor.
He has become well – known for his many private and public commissions and notable projects across the nation. In addition to his work, he teaches stone carving in his San Francisco studio and holds stone carving and sculpture workshops in his studio in Puerto Vallarta.