Art4thesoul

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My featured works are called "Retablos" which originated as Mexican devotional paintings consisting mostly of images based on centuries old depitions of Catholic saints and spiritual symbols.

These small paintings were primarily done on tin most often done by untrained artists. My retablos are done on wood. Retablos appeared after the Spanish conquest of Mexico, as a desire to possess a sacred object which would ensure health, fertility, and an abundance of crops.

During the 1700 and 1800's retablo painting flourished. These Retablos also reflect a lively spirit and a true devotion to God. Retablos were sometimes commissioned by individuals but most were sold by peddlers door to door.

In my Retablo shop I hope to create a renewed excitement for the historical art of retablo making! Although my retablos don't necessarily mimic the traditional look of the Spanish folk art and mexican cultural paintings, they contain in them the roots and symbolism which represent the heart and soul of the craft. I hope you become captivated by these pieces - each of which has his own unique story of love.

My prints and original retablo paintings, are copyrighted by me, all rights reserved.

An article about my Retablos by "Trish" Thanks Trish!!Here’s the link http://www.regnumchristi.org/english/articulos/articulo.phtml?se=364&ca=118&te=782&id=30096&csearch=118

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