El Mito de la Creación
Media: Polychromatic Oil color pencils, wood, oil-base Polyurethane, Cowries.
Size: 4ft height, 2ft width
Date: 11/2022
Framed art work
Artist: Ray Tenorio Viera
This artwork serves as a mesmerizing visual interpretation of the Yoruba creation myth, encapsulating the essence of Obatalá—not just as a creator, but as a complex, divine force representing wisdom, order, imperfection, and balance. The interplay of vibrant colors, fragmented forms, and surreal imagery mirrors the myth's themes, inviting the viewer into a cosmic narrative of genesis and transformation.
The artwork does not merely depict a historical or religious narrative; it acts as a philosophical reflection on creation itself. It reminds us that the process of forming, whether it be a world, a society, or an individual life, is never without flaws. Like Obatalá, we, too, must navigate mistakes, embrace growth, and strive for balance between intention and imperfection.
This piece is, therefore, more than an artistic representation—it is a visual meditation on the fundamental forces that govern existence, offering both a homage to Yoruba mythology and a timeless message about the nature of life, creation, and self-awareness.
