Ancestral Reflections

When I began diving into my roots and reflecting my journey in my art, I thought I was helping to save the culture. My dad reminded me, or corrected me, that the culture was, in fact, saving me. I cannot thank my ancestors enough instilling the tools I need to always strive forward. To transmit and circulate inspiration. It’s what fuels my daily world, what empowers my soul and what nurtures my spirit. For that, I owe them my life.

Below, I visit various ancient sites where I fondly ask, how could I forget where I’m from if my ancestors left me places like these?

I listen to these time-worn palaces, I hear them speak to my heart, gently but firmly. I try to listen to what I’m becoming, how I’m blooming. I want to do my guiding stars proud as they shine through me. I must continue their path while forging my own, assuring our lifeline is present now and tomorrow.

Teotihuacán, México

CIUDAD DE México — Tenochtitlan

Yagul, Oaxaca, México

Zaachila, Oaxaca, México

Atzompa, Oaxaca, México

Mitla, Oaxaca, México

Teotitlán del Valle, Oaxaca, México

Lambityeco, Oaxaca, México

Dainzú, Oaxaca, México

Monte Albán, Oaxaca, México