Visual Symbols
Taino Woman 3.5” x 3” Air Dry Clay & Inks Detail: Reflection Statement The ceramic sculpture "Taíno Woman" was inspired by the indigenous people of my home island, the Taínos. I wanted to focus on the Taíno sun symbol because it is a symbol that I grew up seeing a lot and it means a lot to me and my culture. I decided to not include detailed facial features in order to show how the Taíno culture is slowly being forgotten by the newer generation. I felt the work was not producing the results I wanted, I felt it was looking too plain, so I decided to add line details to the hair. I want to keep exploring and creating art pieces centered around my culture. I want to learn more about how to work with clay and techniques to make it easier. This piece allowed me to explore. The making of this work exposed new ideas such as incorporating symbols and icons into my work. In Process: Strength & Femininity 4” x 3.5” Air Dry Clay, Inks, Toothpicks Details: Reflection Statemen
