La Abuela

Lower Level | Near 71N Entrance

Title: La Abuela
Creator: Edgar Israel Camargo Reyes
Description: (Turtle); Meaning/Description:
La Abuela is Spanish for “The Grandmother”, a symbol of wisdom. In Mexican culture, grandparents are respected and honored as the wisest members of the family. “Everyone follows their abuela’s advice without questioning. We do this because we know they have lived so many years (as do turtles).” This particular piece represents all abuelas, but in particular Edgar’s grandma, who always advised him and even sang to him.

Materials:
Metal structure, chicken wire, craft & recycled paper, wood sticks, acrylic paint, polyurethane finish.

Number of pieces:
1

Time spent:
1 month

People involved:
Only Edgar