I picked Isabel Cabanilla’s de la Torre mural because she represents the movement of women wanting change in Mexico. Isabel was a Mexican artist and activist. She was assassinated in the border city of Juarez. She was an outspoken advocate for women’s rights and a member of the feminist collective Daughter of Maquila, in other words, daughters of factory workers. She stood up for all factory women going missing in Juarez on their way to work at a factory plant, never being seen again. There is little to no coverage of the missing women. Isabel spoke up, which ultimately led to her death. When it comes to countries ruled by leaders who don’t give a damn about women, it is ten times more dangerous for any activist group to stand up for what they believe is right.
The art is beautiful and it speaks so many words, they eyes are talking to the people who are looking at it. I totally agree with you that when it comes to other countries that are ruled by leaders who don’t give a damn about women, they are ten times more dangerous for any activist group to stand up for what they believe in.
Thank you for sharing this Jessica I am sorry to hear about how her life ended her bravery was admirable !!
Hi Jessica,
Thank you for sharing, I enjoyed viewing and reading about the art you chose. I resonate with this piece so much because my grandma was a factory worker. I didn’t know that women working in factories have gone missing in Juarez, that is so tragic! I think this piece speaks for itself and is so powerful with the color and overall presentation of the artwork alone.