María Fernanda

Mango Vendor
Mixed media on canvas
61 x 91 cm
2024

This portrait represents María Fernanda, a young woman from the Colombian Caribbean who radiates joy, innocence, and pride in her roots.

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Her radiant smile is the focal point of the work, surrounded by vivid colors, floral details, and tropical fruits; symbols of abundance, vitality, and connection to her land.

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The traditional attire and the mangoes she holds evoke the cultural legacy of her region, while the urban strokes, graffiti, and ornamental patterns create a contemporary contrast that highlights her identity between tradition and modernity.

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With a hyperpop style full of texture and expressiveness, this piece celebrates the freshness and transformative power of the new generations. It belongs to the Colombian Models series, a collection dedicated to giving visibility to real women who build the country through everyday life.