2018
Fine Art Illustration Gallery
© Robyn Safarian
La Maestra is a woman, she is ageless, young in years still learning the ropes, or young at heart, seasoned by passage of time and experience. La Maestra is single, partnered, spoused or widowed. She is destitute, bourgeoise, or privileged. La Maestra is aware of the confining shackles placed on her by the many societal stereotypes. So she chooses not to show fatigue, despair, or frustration. La Maestra wears many masks, hides her emotions, and her fears, and tackles her daily responsibilities with skill and grace. La Maestra is ruler of her identity, master of her destiny. La Maestra is powerful, successful, and best of all happy.
About This Piece
La Maestra – Spanish, meaning: Teacher, Lady of the House, Skilled Woman
Style – Rhythmic Abstract
Influences – Loosely: Joan Miró, Carnival Masks, Commedia dell’arte
Inspiration – Hard-working Women
La Maestra depicts a contemporary woman. As is customary with most of her peers, the nature of her everyday life requires skillful multi-tasking. Drawn in bold blocked colours, this artwork illustrates the layered nuances of La Maestra.