Patricia Underwood Mixed Media Artist
"Arawak"My family visited the island of Aruba for a Christmas vacation 12 years ago. We visited the only site of any archeological significance, a cave with pictographs from the now nearly extinct Arawak tribe. I have always been drawn by historical perspectives that are not well addressed like ethnic extinction and took some pictures of the cave drawings. It was not until many years later that I dug up the pictures, converted them into linocut prints and began to print them on surfaces. At the same time a neighbor gave me a large set of fine wood veneers. I immediately began to print the Arawak signs on the wood and added paint, wax, and other materials.. I hope people enjoy the imagery and see the symbolism and beauty of these ancient images. These and other original works of art are available: contact the artist |
