Art is therapy; it allows me to connect with my inner self. I use art to remind myself of the naivety and innocence I used to have as a child; it lets me bring back the joy I had at a younger age and feel that transforming my ideas into something tangible is like magic.
Folk art influences my artistic expression; the colors and the mix of materials attract me so much, I am amazed at the ability artisans have to tell magnificent stories creating beauty from fundamental elements and materials. My artwork is playful and colorful; I use multimedia to share surreal abstractions of feelings, impressions, and experiences I had; using all types of materials together brings out the sparkle that makes me happy. With my pieces, I hope to create interest, not just in my art representation, but in where the stories of those pieces come from and the cultures I have experienced.
My grandmothers introduced me to crafts, embroidery, knitting, and crocheting. I believe that being exposed to those early activities shaped my interest in the arts in general. When I was in High school I was introduced to some literary pieces, poems, and narratives talking about the life of pre-Columbian cultures and those books opened to me a fascinating world. When I travel, discovering folk art in the places I go is a must; folk art expresses so much about society, and uncovering that brings me so much joy.
Biography
Patricia Cavazos was born in Monterrey, México, and migrated to the USA in 2000. She started her professional career as an architect but soon realized her passion was creating art. In 2013, she moved to Germany, lived there for three years, and worked in costumes and scenery in the Theater Department at the International School of Düsseldorf. In 2016 returned to the USA. Her inspiration comes from Folk art, ethnic groups, and traditional crafts. She is a multimedia artist and enjoys displaying her ideas on Painting, Mixed Media 3D Art, and Textiles. She has been part of several art exhibitions in the USA and México.
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