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Apr 18, 2022
Media: Other Acrylic yarn on canvasboard
Size: 8x10 in
I created a major mural project for a Mexican restaurant back in 2012. I researched Mexican arts and California Mission-style arts, per the restaurant owner's request, and developed a look for the archways and cantina that blended two styles. Manual was very pleased with the resulting art and I am proud of how it all came out. You can see that on my LinkedIn experience section for Casa De Paradiso The Mexican Huichol and Tepehuánes people's of Mexico have been painting with yarn since the mid 20th century, but the visual tradition dates back unknown hundreds or thousands of years. Originally their traditional designs were created with clay beads, shells and seeds. The modern yarn and bead art is made from commercial materials, yet the symbolism retains it's ancient roots. I won't attempt to replicate the Mexican people's traditional art as I don't have that cultural understanding. Yarn painting is, for me, an alternative creative medium that has it's own expression, and is fun to work with. (Not "work" - no, no - the right word is play.) This flower and pot painting was inspired by the mural art I did for the restaurant. I like the stylized design possibilities with the bright colors, so indicative of Mexican tastes. I will do more with this theme, and that's why I named this piece with the #1. My husband and I made simple wood frames to offer as an option with these yarn paintings. This option is viewable and available on Etsy. Thank you for your interest in my art. Kim Victoria I created a major mural project for a Mexican restaurant back in 2012. I researched Mexican arts and California Mission-style arts, per the restaurant owner's request, and developed a look for the archways and cantina that blended two styles. Manual was very pleased with the resulting art and I am proud of how it all came out. You can see that on my LinkedIn experience section for Casa De Paradiso The Mexican Huichol and Tepehuánes people's of Mexico have been painting with yarn since the mid 20th century, but the visual tradition dates back unknown hundreds or thousands of years. Originally their traditional designs were created with clay beads, shells and seeds. The modern yarn and bead art is made from commercial materials, yet the symbolism retains it's ancient roots. I won't attempt to replicate the Mexican people's traditional art as I don't have that cultural understanding. Yarn painting is, for me, an alternative creative medium that has it's own expression, and is fun to work with. (Not "work" - no, no - the right word is play.) This flower and pot painting was inspired by the mural art I did for the restaurant. I like the stylized design possibilities with the bright colors, so indicative of Mexican tastes. I will do more with this theme, and that's why I named this piece with the #1. My husband and I made simple wood frames to offer as an option with these yarn paintings. This option is viewable and available on Etsy. Thank you for your interest in my art. Kim Victoria |
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