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art OF Guatemala. RODOLFO ABULARACH. Born in Guatemala City (1933). Painter and printmaker. In 1958 he started studying in New York City. Beginning in the mid 1960’s, he began basing his work on the human eye. Recognized as one of Latin America’s most distinguished artists.
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art OF Guatemala
RODOLFO ABULARACH • Born in Guatemala City (1933). • Painter and printmaker. • In 1958 he started studying in New York City. • Beginning in the mid 1960’s, he began basing his work on the human eye. • Recognized as one of Latin America’s most distinguished artists.
Arnoldo Ramirez Amaya • Born in Guatemala City in 1944. • Draftsman, painter, sculptor and printmaker. • Considered one of the greatest artists of Guatemala • Trained in graphic design at the Universidad Autónoma in Mexico City. • His work focuses on social and political situation.
Luis Gonzalez Palma • Born in 1957, the artist grew up in Guatemala City. • His mode of art is photography. • Has presented his work in more than 58 expositions in America and Europe. • His photography focuses on the struggle of the indigenous Mayans. • Uses sepia tints in all of his photographs.
MayanHuipil • From the Nahuatl uipilli, meaning blouse or dress. • Form of Mayan clothing worn by indigenous women. • Design and patterns may represent the wearer's village, marital status, and personal beliefs.