Upon enrolling in the course, I was excited to learn more about Chicana artists and their artwork, since they are an underrepresented group. I was looking forward to having a professor that is an artist herself, which elevates the importance and understanding of Chicana art. As we entered in the first weeks of Fall, I did not realize how much influence La Virgen de Guadalupe had in their lives. Not to mention, the numerous variations and meanings. Moreover, the influence of Pre-Colombian goddesses assists Chicana artists in embracing inner strength. The use of Coyoxauhqui and Coatlicue is a way for them to demonstrate feminism, drawing them as their ancestors. I have never considered them in this way.
The presentation in class was also a very helpful way in which I learned about a spectrum of "not your typical" Chicana artist. Each individual has their own style, influence, and experiences, which creates artworks that are unique. For this reason, I am able to list Chicana artists off the top of my head. Furthermore, I am familiarized with their work and have gained an interest in artists like Melanie Cervantes, Judy Baca, and Pola Lopez. Enrolling in this course has definitely broadened my spectrum of artists, Western or Non-Western.
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