Story Behind the Artwork
Mariposa de los Muertos blends the beauty of Día de los Muertos tradition with the symbolism of transformation. The face is split into warm orange and cool blue tones, representing life and death, memory and rebirth. Surrounding marigolds — the Flor de Muerto — guide spirits home, while monarch butterflies symbolize the souls returning to visit loved ones. This artwork was created to honor cultural heritage, spiritual connection, and the idea that remembrance is a living, breathing act. It’s vibrant, emotional, and deeply symbolic.
