The artwork features a striking color palette of mint green, vibrant pink, and navy blue stripes. The composition is dominated by a large, asymmetrical pink shape that overlaps with the striped pattern, creating a dynamic and visually engaging design. The artist has employed a mix of textile techniques, including weaving and felting, to achieve a textured and layered effect. The artwork likely explores themes of contrast, balance, and the interplay between geometric and organic forms, reflecting the contemporary art practice of the artist. ...
Hellen Ascoli, born in Guatemala City in 1984, is an artist, weaver, and educator; although these first three words are named separately to convey the area of discourse that Ascoli engages with, it could also just say “Weaver” a word that encompasses the other two.
Proyectos Ultravioleta was founded in Guatemala City in 2009 as an independent artist-run space, and has since established itself as a leading voice in contemporary art in Latin America and beyond.