Introduction
Our artwork is based on the creation of objects using a Laminating technique technique/Straw. This technique involves a fine application of a natural straw obtained from the stem of mature wheat.
The natural resources used in our artwork include vegetable fibers from the stem of mature wheat, dyed wheat strands, and also cedar wood are some other raw materials used.
The process begins by creating the pieces of wood in the shop or on the lathe; after being shaped, a natural dye is applied to the wood, providing the color. The wood is then decorated with the powder and the finishing touches are applied, using a natural wax or matte lacquer.
Inspiration for the art
The Capuli Complex: This is represented on ceramics which are decorated utilizing a negative space perspective with black paint over red paint on cups and pots in such a way that anthropomorphic figures stand out over the flat bases. A smoky black ceramic is used for cups, and a polished brown ceramic is used for other objects.
Piartal phase: Related to the Protopasto ethnic group, this is characterized by the combination of a design using negative and positive perspectives, three basic colors of paint are used: red, black and cream
Tuza phase: Characterized by ceramics painted with a positive space design using red painted over cream paint, and rich realist subjects.
The Ñapangas: It is a typical character. The term Ñapanga is the Mestizo form of an originally Quechua word meaning “barefoot,” and it is used to describe an entereprising “woman of the town,” typically dressed in a blouse with red or blue cotton embroidery along the edges, an interior skirt and exterior skirt supporting a cleaning cloth, a bow tied into a knot that also serves as a belt, large hooped earrings, a sweater or shawl with long tassels tied around the shoulders, colorful canvas sandals and a woolen hat.
Black and White Carnival: The Black and White Carnival traces its origins to the uprising of the black slaves of Remedios (Nariño), who demanded a day of rest. The king designated January 5th as the day for them to enjoy their freedom. Near the end of the Nineteenth Century a black king, an indigenous king, and a white king were paraded down the street on horses, paying homage to the Baby Jesus. Today the Black and White Carnival is an encounter with identity and memory, a day of tolerance in which social differences disappear; it is a celebration of the music, dancing, and the marvelous bright colors of the floats and costumes of the people. |
