In "Birds" by Maruch Méndez, vibrant red and purple birds are rendered against a deep blue background, accompanied by geometric and symbolic shapes. The composition balances organic and abstract elements, with bold outlines and bright, contrasting colors creating dynamism. The artwork reflects Méndez's background in Chamula embroidery, incorporating symbolic imagery that suggests interactions between humans and deities. This piece is part of Méndez's exploration of historical narratives and Maya eudaimonia, bridging traditional and contemporary art. ...
Maruch Méndez took up contemporary visual art upon joining the MUY artists’ community almost a decade ago. With a legendary background in Chamula embroidery, shepherding, adoptive parenthood, traditional prayer and curing, and now religious cargo-holder with deep historic-cosmological knowledge, Maruch’s paintings have been singled out in national and international museum shows in recent years. In Material Art Fair, Méndez presents a series of monotype painted engravings, based on interactions between humans and earth deities in quasi-historical narratives directing us to proper action and Maya eudaimonia (good life). ...
