Try reaping the corn from my body

Abstract

Try Reaping the Corn From my Body stems from my interest in myths and the visual language that accompany them. I grew up learning about Mayan history and mythology in my home country, Guatemala. I reference the Mayan creation myth and use corn as a metaphor to talk about the Latino and immigrant identity in the United States. I reference contemporary artists Firelei Báez and Didier Williams who also discuss issues of identity and cultural heritage in their works. This series approaches issues of assimilation and oppression through approachable visuals intended for a wide audience. It is a contentious topic in our contemporary world, and through personal observations and experiences I add my opinions on this subject. In Try Reaping the Corn From my Body, I see myself as witness of the struggle of immigrants in the United States and embody the larger Latino identity.