Cairn Frank Smith in a grimand faceless version

in a grimand faceless version

I wanted to create [a] calm tender [with a] little strength at the same time

in the end

I think that’s why I feel so proud to be a Mexicana because we have this legacy of activism in the arts

Duet for Carmen & Dizzyis a [two part

Cairn Frank Smith in a grimand faceless versionJohn Formicolas Cairnis a witty tribute to Christopher Columbus, who can be seen at the bottom, middle. The word cairn stands for a mound of stones crafted as a landmark, or memorial, to honor something. Forming a grid structure, the print is compiled of squares connected by the imagery of a white thread. These painterly stitches express the techniques of textile work, intertwining the concept of the artists visuals being mended and patched together.