Same Sun, by Harry Diaz.
15% of the sale of this print goes to Teach For America.
Harry Diaz is a Guatemalan born artist. He lives and works in Los Angeles, CA. He recently completed his MFA from California State University, Long Beach.
His practice involves elements of printmaking, drawing, and digital media. Harry's work pays homage to traditional Guatemalan textile pattern. Additionally, his playful characters, whom weave in and out of the imagery, reference 50's and 60's American cartoons.
About the print:
This piece evolved from my memories of the Day of the Dead celebrations in Guatemala. They were always happy and celebratory events, despite the fact that dealing with the passing of loved ones is always a tough ordeal. Same Sun is about the forces of nature, life and death, and the afterlife.
This is a four-color screenprint on 140 lb Muscletone cover paper from French Paper. Each print was signed and numbered by the artist.
PURCHASE $40!
What has inspired you recently?
I live in downtown LA at the moment, and taking walks around the garment and toy districts are always fun.
Why did you choose to pair Teach For American with your print?
I chose to pair my print with Teach For America because I think that everyone should have access to great schools and educators.
How have you seen art transform the world around you?
It gives people who otherwise wouldn't be heard a voice.
If you could pick one artist to mentor you, who would it be?
I'd have to choose Gert and Uwe Tobias, because I desperately want to know how they make those massive prints!
Who are some artists you think people should know about?
306, Rick Reese, DOOOM, and Camilla Taylor.
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