December 2 - January 13, 2024
At the heart of Celea Guevara’s work is an ongoing self-examination, and exploration of her culture, identity and spirituality. Her artwork shows a conscious documentation of the human condition, delving into the processes that transform us. The creative process, in this case that of the engraving technique, is crucial for Guevara, allowing her to experiment tangibly but also taking her to personal depths that challenge her. Achieving in this world full of adversity is difficult, but despite everything she finds in her line-work the tools to keep going.This collection of linocut prints started in 2017 when Guevara began working towards her MFA degree at Houston Baptist University. This body of work gathers elements from her own Garifuna culture and spiritual perspective. Guevara is from Honduras and immigrated to the United States, where she began questioning her identity, reflecting on who she is, where she is at, where she is going and who walks with her in her journey. Her artwork speaks strongly to the themes of identity, culture, and folklore. The iconographic elements included, such as nature, drums, plantains, fish, coconuts, the head wrap, etc, are highly significant in the Garifuna culture. These elements are combined consistently with the female figure. Guevara firmly believes in the significant role that women play in the development of humanity with all their resilience, and their capability to endure and overcome challenges.”
Reception: December 7, 2023 | 6–8 pm
1907 Sabine Street
Houston, 77007 Texas
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