Submission Painting

Kind of Red

Inspired by magical realism, my work explores the intersection between folklore, mythology, and identity, presented through detailed figurative surreal snapshots which are informed by personal and local narratives. I often use mythical figures such as “La Madre Monte” (Mountain Mother) and self-portraiture as a stand-in to examine environmental justice, migration and pressures placed on women, questioning societal ideals and the construction of identity.

Through my latest paintings, I am also exploring my heritage and immigration journey. The landscapes I’m creating have a strong foundation in reality inspired by Colombia but are constructed and modified on the canvas. Often times the body becomes the landscape itself.


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Kind of Red

Inspired by magical realism, my work explores the intersection between folklore, mythology, and identity, presented through detailed figurative surreal snapshots which are informed by personal and local narratives. I often use mythical figures such as “La Madre Monte” (Mountain Mother) and self-portraiture as a stand-in to examine environmental justice, migration and pressures placed on women, questioning societal ideals and the construction of identity.

Through my latest paintings, I am also exploring my heritage and immigration journey. The landscapes I’m creating have a strong foundation in reality inspired by Colombia but are constructed and modified on the canvas. Often times the body becomes the landscape itself.