The Brighter, the Better: Desire for Color

Diana Negrín da Silva explores the vibrant use of color in Wixárika art and dress, noting its role in gaining broader recognition. While bright hues became more common with modern materials, color has deep cultural meaning, often seen as a way to be visible to ancestors. Yarn painters experiment with bold combinations, reflecting both personal style and spiritual expression. Artist José Benítez, for example, moved through distinct color phases, showing how color choice is both aesthetic and symbolic in Wixárika tradition.

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  • Diana Negrin in a casual picture, with sunglasses and a white and red striped shirt

    Diana

    Negrín da Silva

    Associate Director, Wixárika Research Center

    Lecturer, University of California, Berkeley