Bio
Monica Rodriquez is the artist behind the Macraz brand. She is an international artist who begins to knit using different techniques since the young age of 9 years old. She completed her studies in Industrial Design from the Universidad Nuevo Mundo la Herradura in Mexico City. She started work in the Museum of Modern Art of Mexico. Then she created her own design studio focused on the design and development of stands for trade shows, winning 2consecutive “best in show” prizes. Monica has held private exhibitions in galleries of Bogota, Colombia and London, United Kingdom. She has participated as an active member of the Surrey Sculptors Society in UK. Monica has travelled across different continents perfecting her technique and gathering knowledge in yarns, looms, dyes, felt embroidery and utilization of fibers around the world.
Artist Statement
With my work, I want to demonstrate that the techniques considered feminine hobbies of yesterday, can join their potential to create a beautiful piece of contemporary art. My brand name is Macraz. The name is coming from the union of Macrae, a Scottish name associated with qualities such as elegance, charm and serenity. And the “Z” letter that is part of my last name. My intention is that textile art overcomes frontiers of the artisanal and expresses its capacity to become a unique piece, capable of blooming into an object of art. My work is unique and original, I’m inspired by the magic nature and surrealism of Mexican culture. I only hope my work will stir your emotions, expand your thoughts, open your heart and allow you to see yarn and thread as new medium for artistic expression.
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