Andrea Arroyo is a self-taught Mexican-born artist living and working in New York City. Our group was lucky enough to meet her on a visit to Women's ENews, where her work was being displayed. Arroyo normally works with bright colors and makes serene-looking depictions of goddesses, but this particular project, entitled Flor di Tierra, Homage to the Women of Juarez, is an homage to the 400 victims of violence in the border town of Ciudad, Mexico whose murders remain unsolved.
Though the project is a work-in-progress, it is evident that Arroyo's vision is a visually and emotionally striking one. The white-on-black pieces maintain the qualities of softness and beauty in her earlier work, but definitely convey the sense of honor the artist wishes to bestow upon the women.
Andrea was very kind to our group, and we even got the chance to see her again at a Simmons alumnae party later in the week! I am sure we're all looking forward to seeing more of her work.
Ann K.
Though the project is a work-in-progress, it is evident that Arroyo's vision is a visually and emotionally striking one. The white-on-black pieces maintain the qualities of softness and beauty in her earlier work, but definitely convey the sense of honor the artist wishes to bestow upon the women.
Andrea was very kind to our group, and we even got the chance to see her again at a Simmons alumnae party later in the week! I am sure we're all looking forward to seeing more of her work.
Ann K.
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