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CUBA & GUATEMALA:
A CONVERGENCE OF LATIN CULTURES
Cuba & Guatemala: A Convergence of Latin Cultures, is a set of accordion artist books that pay tribute to Latinx heritage. The books illustrate the geography, history, and culture of the cities Havana, Cuba, and Antigua, Guatemala, creating a unique experience for the reader to learn about these two countries.
Capstone Project: Text
Capstone Project: Files
Capstone Project: Image
For these books, I wanted to incorporate both information on the histories of these countries along with images I recognize most growing up. For Havana, Cuba, I went with a more archival approach, discussing more of Havana’s extensive history and architecture. Meanwhile, for Guatemala, I focused more on the country’s natural and geographical connections and how they impact the city of Antigua.
Capstone Project: Text
Capstone Project: Portfolio
Capstone Project: Portfolio
I decided to create according books to allow readers to read the book page by page or view it as one whole landscape. For the cover materials I wanted to relate as much to the cultures as I could and use fabrics that reminded me most of the countries, so for Guatemala I used a traditional patterned fabric while for Cuba I used a simpler tan linen.
Capstone Project: Text
Capstone Project: Selected Work
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