The artwork of Liliana Navarro stood out to me during class presentations for many reasons, one being the colors used and the other being the powerful narratives of Womxn she chooses to tell. Liliana is a young Chicana from the Bay Area who has gained a large social media presence due to her art that highlights the experiences of Chicanx people. The piece "Brown Warrior" stood out to me because it was a reflection of Indigenous struggle and resurgence. The use of "war paint" and feathers are used to assert her Indigneiety while the title suggests that she finds pride in her roots. As a brown Xicana I struggled with appreciating the color of my skin but have now found power and beauty in it. I think this piece can serve as a tool to educate young girls of color that their skin is beautiful and that they come from a long history of Warriors.
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