This is another gorgeous mermaid from J. Blas. I'm happy to support the artist and grace my patio with such fantastic handcrafted metal and tile artwork! The paint used on the mermaids is also somewhat metallic and reflects the light beautifully at night.
Like other Alaya's paintings, this one too amazes with its grace and warmth. The simple and clean form renders elegance, and the colour palette brings in the warm sunshine of Alaya's homeland.
"We belong to a Nahua community where there's a lot of poverty, so I've had to go beyond our village seeking to place my crafts so I can provide for the family."
"I was born and raised in a small village in the state of Guerrero, and I learned at a very young age how to paint on ceramic. My father taught... read more
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