Renaissance of Rubber
The Renaissance of Rubber series epitomizes the fusion of traditional crafts and contemporary art, fostering harmony and exchange between the two. Through a personally developed blending technique, I merge organic and mineral pigments with liquid latex. This material exploration culminates in the creation of distinctive artworks, showcasing extraordinary combinations of color and materials that seamlessly integrate textiles with latex.
Cempasúchil or Marigold - to extract yellows
Cempasúchil or Marigold - to extract yellows
Anil or Indigo - to create blues
Anil or Indigo - to create blues
Grana Cochinilla or Cochineal - to extract reds
Grana Cochinilla or Cochineal - to extract reds
Grana Cochinilla or Cochineal - to extract reds
Lake Pigment extraction - to process and extract organic sourced pigments
Lake Pigment extraction - to process and extract organic sourced pigments
Renaissance of Rubber - 60 Samples | 12.0x25.0cm | 30.0x25cm - Natural rubber, organic pigment and cotton textile, 2022-2023
Excerpt from Mangas - Impermeables para lluvia | A documentary about the traditional production of rainwear in Mexico by Alex Amir Khan
Excerpt from Mangas - Impermeables para lluvia | A documentary about the traditional production of rainwear in Mexico by Alex Amir Khan
Excerpt from Mangas - Impermeables para lluvia | A documentary about the traditional production of rainwear in Mexico by Alex Amir Khan
Excerpt from Mangas - Impermeables para lluvia | A documentary about the traditional production of rainwear in Mexico by Alex Amir Khan
Excerpt from Mangas - Impermeables para lluvia | A documentary about the traditional production of rainwear in Mexico by Alex Amir Khan
Excerpt from Mangas - Impermeables para lluvia | A documentary about the traditional production of rainwear in Mexico by Alex Amir Khan
Excerpt from Mangas - Impermeables para lluvia | A documentary about the traditional production of rainwear in Mexico by Alex AMir Khan
During my stay at the Mangas el Compita workshop in Veracruz, Mexico, I aimed to understand and document the coating technique used by the artisans. This experience led to the creation of Renaissance of Rubber. Building a strong relationship with the crafts community was essential, as they hold valuable traditional knowledge. From this collaboration, projects emerged that blend traditional techniques with contemporary concepts, showcasing the harmonious and new to create holistic art.