A I R . D I W A T A . M U R A L
Kularts Presents: Lakbai Diwa Fest | Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco, CA | May 2nd, 2021
Materials: Montana Chalk Spray | Song: Brooklyn Freestyle (Instrumental) by Russ | iNine JTB Instrumentals
Image Description:
Representing the elemental Diwata of "Air", this image is inspired by the feminine archetype of Amihan ~ a Tagalog Bird Deity in Pilipinx creation stories, who was the first creature to inhabit the Universe. Amihan also refers to the monsoon season, when the crisp cool winds come in to the islands from the Northwest between October and May. Upon her head is her crown, inspired by traditional Kalinga batok tattoo patterns and white bird feathers. Her jewelry are pendants of the Lingling-o, a symbol representing the fertility of Creation and the power of manifestation. The Sun behind her is adorned with the traditional Okir motif of Maranao/Mindinao. Beneath her is the Babayin script for "Air".
Original Photoshop Sketch
