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Julia Lopez
Pensando en el Atardecer, 1997Silkscreen12.6 x 19.30 in
32 x 49 cm52/175Julia López (Ometepec, Guerrero, 1936 – ) is a self-taught Mexican painter whose work vividly reflects her childhood experiences in the Costa Chica region of Guerrero. López's artistic style is...Julia López (Ometepec, Guerrero, 1936 – ) is a self-taught Mexican painter whose work vividly reflects her childhood experiences in the Costa Chica region of Guerrero. López's artistic style is deeply rooted in her cultural heritage and personal experiences. Her paintings often depict dark-skinned figures, mainly women in floral dresses, set against tropical backgrounds. Her work carries an indigenous essence, celebrating life's simple joys while evoking a feeling of warmth, nostalgia, and identity.
Exhibitions
Views from Mexico: A 20th Panorama, Ruiz-Healy Art, New York, NY, 2025Literature
“Views from Mexico: A 20th-Century Panorama,” Meer, September 1, 2025. (illustrated)