Introduction:
The practice of samadhi or meditation is one that has been practiced by many throughout history. There are many different types of meditation, and the goal of all forms of meditation is to achieve a sense of stillness and peace within oneself. In order to achieve this goal, it is important to find a type of meditation that is comfortable for you and that you can consistently practice. Samadhi Zendejas is a Mexican-American artist who has become known for her brightly colored paintings of female figures. She has been able to create her own style of painting, which combines both traditional and contemporary elements. Her works are inspired by the history of Mexican culture and the rich tradition of art that she has inherited from her family. She is also a poet and singer.
Origins:
Zendejas was born in El Paso, Texas, to Mexican parents. Her father was a painter who specialized in portraits. Her mother was a nurse, and as a child she would often accompany her mother on hospital visits. She learned to observe the people that she saw and developed an interest in art from her early childhood.
Education:
Zendejas studied at the University of Texas at Austin, earning her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 2004. She also attended the University of the Americas in Puebla, Mexico. She has continued to study art throughout her career. In 2006 she earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from the Art Institute of Chicago, where she was awarded the Ruth Lilly Fellowship Award for her work with children.
Style:
Zendejas’ paintings are typically brightly colored and depict female figures in expressive poses. Her work is inspired by her travels, as well as her desire to create art that would engage people. Portfolio Zendejas’s paintings have been exhibited at the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, Texas and the Contemporary Art Museum of Houston.
Inspiration:
Zendejas has cited Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera as major influences on her work. Awards In 2012, Zendejas was awarded the 2012 Artist Fellowship by the Houston Arts Alliance. Awards In 2016, Zendejas was awarded the Ruth Lilly Fellowship Award by the Houston Arts Alliance. Zendejas’s paintings have been exhibited at the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, Texas and the Contemporary Art Museum of Houston.
Career:
Zendejas has exhibited her work in galleries throughout the United States and Mexico. She has participated in numerous group exhibitions including Otium Gallery, Houston, Texas (2016); The Contemporary Art Museum of Houston (2016); and the University of New Mexico’s Women and Power: Unveiling the Sublime exhibition (2013).
In conclusion, Samadhi Zendejas is an incredible artist who has a unique and powerful voice. Her work is both moving and thought-provoking, and I highly recommend that everyone check it out. If you’re lucky, you might even be able to see her perform live! Thanks for reading.
