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By La Pupila (Colombia via Toronto, Ontario)
5 Durham St
August 2026, Up Here 12
Photo: Jonathan Danyliw
Artist Statement
This work is inspired by the Indigenous wisdom taught by the different cultures of the American continent–the Anáhuac confederation that stretches from Alaska to Costa Rica; on the other hand, the Tawantinsuyo confederation that stretches from Panama to the south of Chile and Argentina. These two confederations are one race, and when they unite heart-to-heart and recognize each other as the same, a worldwide awakening of consciousness will begin.
This piece illustrates the part of the story when the Eagle of the North and the Condor of the South fly together; the worldwide awakening of consciousness can consequently begin.
La Pupila
A Colombian artist based in what is now known as Toronto, La Pupila focuses on exploring feminine energy, often with an aura of melancholy. Through symbols, distorted forms, and evocative faces, she hopes to illustrate her feats, hopes, and desire for a tender world.
Artiste colombienne établie dans la région qu’on appelle maintenant Toronto, l'œuvre de La Pupila explore l’énergie féminine, souvent avec une aura de mélancolie. Par le biais de symboles, des formes déformées et des visages évocateurs, elle espère représenter ses succès, ses espoirs et son désir pour un monde plus tendre.