Her art was often considered Surrealist, because of its fictional elements, however Kahlo corrected this, saying “They thought I was a surrealist, but I wasn’t. These tribulations did not deter Kahlo, in fact, her real success began after her accident when she started using her spare time in bed to paint. At age 6 she fought a difficult battle with polio and at 18 she was tragically involved in a bus accident that left her with a lifetime of pain and medical struggles. Kahlo was born in a small township in Mexico City and her strong Mexican pride is consistently seen in her work. Frida Kahlo (1907–1954)įrom her striking self portraits to her tumultuous personal life, Frida Kahlo’s legacy has utterly changed the way that we view and interpret art.

Joán Miró, Prades, the Village (Prades, el poble), 1917. Joan Miró is still considered one of the most influential painters of all time, encouraging young artists to play with themes traditionally considered “child-like” and turn them into thought-provoking masterpieces. Miró demonstrated his fierce Catalan pride in many avenues of his life, famously ensuring that much of his work still resides in his home city of Barcelona. He famously created multiple large, bronze statues that embodied many of the same exciting surrealist concepts seen in his paintings. In addition to his painting, Miró was also a keen sculptor and ceramicist. He was passionate about creating art that exemplified unique concepts and compositions not often seen in traditional paintings. Miró’s work is considered Surrealist, often using whimsical and dreamlike elements in his paintings. Joan Miró (1893–1983)īorn in Barcelona, Joan Miró constantly pushed the boundaries of artistic expression, using abstraction and vibrant colors to seamlessly entrance his audience. Not only did these artists have a profound impact on the development of artistic styles and trends, but many also made significant sacrifices to achieve their dreams and make their mark on the world. Below, we highlight nine Hispanic and Latino artists who have done just that. As we take a step back to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15th through Oct 15th), we want to honor the Hispanic and Latino artists who have shaped the way we see and understand art. From Frida Kahlo’s unmistakable portraits to Picasso’s groundbreaking abstraction, Hispanic artists have had a dramatic impact on the art world.

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