T'zutujil-Guatemalan artist Antonio Pichillá Quiacaín first solo exhibit in South América at Galería Elvira Moreno.
Pichillás’ artworks showcase his Tz'utujil heritage and celebrate the uniqueness of an identity that was suppressed and marginalized by the cultural restrictions imposed by colonialism. Our exhibit heralds a transcendental message, as the exhibit's title highlights it; objectively, his pieces delve into the life processes that give rise to situations that obstruct our development and existence and hinder our spiritual growth, and upon such discovery, his artworks incite us to enact on those that untie them.
Antonio’s works are rooted in the ancestral traditions of his culture; each tied and woven thread is an invitation to reflect on the possibilities of life challenges and resolutions. Emblematically, his art incorporates iconic symbols found in the traditional weavings of his region, showcasing the vast diversity of his history. Overall, his artwork is profound and metaphoric, inviting viewers to reflect on the possibilities of life and the undeniable historical importance of his Mayan heritage.
