Native Goddesses

A Series of Paintings About the Teenek Goddesses

This series explores the theme of femininity and its power, delving into concepts of fertility, nature, and the often-overlooked roles women have played throughout history. The Huasteca, a branch of the Maya civilization, shared a cosmovision that revered various elements of the sacred, including fertility, stars, water, rain, seasons, and harvesting. Notably, many of their deities were female, which I found very interesting.

For over two years, I studied the history, archaeology, and culture of the Huasteca community, conducting on-site research to deepen my understanding. This project also involved hosting Mayan Nut workshops in three indigenous communities, requiring collaboration with the local government of Tempoal, Veracruz, the indigenous communities, the Mayan Institute, and myself. Through this engagement, I immersed myself in the community to gain insight into their collective way of life.