María Delgado, a Nicaraguan multimedia artist, excels in the world of collage. Through a skillful blending of punk, love, outer-space, and vintage aesthetics, she transforms everyday images into dreamy and psychedelic visuals. Collage serves as María’s creative canvas, where she interweaves personal memories into beautifully organized chaos, constructing an immersive and ever-changing universe.
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In María’s analog collage “Smile,” crafted for #februllage, she portrays a young girl with folded arms radiating discontent, set against a serene island beach backdrop. This juxtaposition between the girl’s disquiet and the tranquil setting stirs interest, prompting us to reflect on the intricacies of human emotions.
In contrast, “They’ll Never Find Us” depicts a journey of self-discovery, where individuals form a deep bond with nature, leading to profound self-realizations. This piece encourages contemplation on the transformative power inherent in such experiences.
Maria Delgado (@MariaDelgadoN)