The Watermelons of Oaxaca City
A Tribute To The Oaxaca Artist, Rufino Tamayo
This story was inspired by fellow Medium writer, Rodrigo S-C. His stories are great, have a look. He responded to my story, When The Writing Spirits Take The Day Off. In his comment he asked about the Watermelon Art in one of my photos. So here is that story . . .
This exhibition commemorates the 30th anniversary of beloved Mexican artist, Rufino Tamayo’s death. Thirty artists, some once students of his, were invited to participate. It is a wonderful experience to walk among these oversize watermelon slices.
Tamayo was a contemporary of Frieda Kahlo and Diego Rivera. He spent a number of years living in both New York and Paris before returning to his beloved Mexico.
Tamayo, a native Oaxacan, combined modern painting styles with Mexican folk themes, including an impressive collection of paintings of watermelons.
This stunning outdoor display is a wonderful collection of styles, interpretation, and execution. I would have a damn hard time choosing a favorite.
