the creative process of madreselva
“I see beauty and wonder in fragments of nature”
Observing the lichen on a broken twig, finding an abandoned nest, holding decaying leaves… that is how the idea of a new work usually begins. Later, the creative process becomes an exploration of nature’s magnificence and vulnerability, accompanied by a profound sense of respect and gratefulness.
Madreselva is part of the series Of Women and Nature, a visual exploration that brings together the natural and feminine worlds. The idea for this piece originated during a visit to the Montreal Botanical Garden in Canada, where a small sketch of water lilies became the starting point for the composition.
Madreselva was created using the dip pen and ink drawing technique, a slow, demanding process that requires absolute concentration and can be challenging at times. The entire creative process calls for a great deal of patience, particularly when working on large-scale pieces.
Madreselva is a combination of two Spanish words: madre (mother) and selva (rainforest / jungle).
Madreselva: 38 in h x 117 in w / 96.5 cm h x 297 cm w, private collection, acquired through Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL .
Dip pen ink drawing on paper
