c wstubbs
Nov 6, 2018
This series originally titled 3rd Mexican killed (in reference to third trumpeter killed) was inspired by the news of a violent weekend of gang related slayings, where Mexico’s top musicians were slaughtered for having their ballads associated with rival gang members.
I took inspiration from the style of Mexican ‘miracle’ or ‘votive’ paintings to depict these contemporary scenes. Mexican ‘votives’ (aka miracle paintings) are normally small paintings, created on roof tiles or small plaques that show a moment of miracle or humility where a person asks for help from a saint and is delivered from disaster or death.
These works alongside others will be on display at Mexicasa in Stratford, (377 High St, London, E15 4QZ) until December 22nd 2018. (www.mexicasa.co.uk). Mexicasa is a big beautiful space located in the other side of Stratford, just below my studio. They do authentic, well priced and delicious food and I must say their Margaritas are life affirming. There will be a closing party Thursday December 20th, where art work will be available for purchase as well as a fine selection of prints, both framed and unframed. Come and join me.
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