Lilibeth André.
Made in México. Raised in the
U.S.A.
In her teen years Lilibeth André returned to Mexico
and adopted “Mexicanismo”. She collected Mexican attire,
jewelry, huaraches, and in particular, sombreros. The best part was that
she got to wear her collection. The return to her roots absorbed her and
called her to reconnect with the culture.
Always an inquisitive mind she expanded her personal knowledge by reading about
history, inquiring about customs, and participating in traditional ways of
living. Her life linked American culture with Mexican heritage. A heritage
she was fortunate enough to live, with the appreciation of someone who has
pined for it in years past. She chose to study Design in Mexico City where,
in Coyoacan, she studied Mexican art, design, architecture, folk dance…She traveled
across the province and learned more about customs and traditions,
costumes and legends, holidays and sayings. Quenching that thirst for more
knowledge about the ways of her people continues to be a priority.
Today, she shares this knowledge. She brings her
experience to life through her artwork. Her love for the classical art
training and her heritage of bold and forceful emotion interlaced with the
serenity of a strong culture is merged and reflected in her work.
"I believe art mastery is a cumulative effort garnered from our
experience gained over time and practice". -- Lilibeth André.
Artist
Statement
Painting is a vehicle to find and express myself. I create visions
and dreams with paint. I present what I see through my transformed view of
the subject, physical or imagined. The image reflects the instant that
best conveys the essence of the message, and if that essence is
communicated to the viewer through their own perception of my work then I
have communicated well.
I select my subject by chance, imagination, and inspiration. The
subject may dictate the medium and support I use but in most cases, I
continue to explore water-soluble oils on various canvas and board
supports as it gives me the practical efficiency and freedom to focus on
the painting itself.
My images, whether dramatic or
tranquil, are becoming more expressive. They continue to carry a lot of
the force and color I use to ignite a striking appeal to emotion, with
greater mastery of the craft and tools. I captured the play of light and
shadow on the st to reflect the emanating power within, rising like an invisible aura
from is center. I hope that you can feel
it.
See her work.
