Tag Archives: Frida Kahlo

Frida Kahlo and Retablos

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Art for Housewives

Originally posted on FRIDA KAHLO WEARS HUIPILES!:
Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, dreaming of a unified and independent Mexico, sustained the Mexican Revolution and thus all things indigenous. They, like many other artists at the time, were highly influenced by…

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Happy Birthday Frida!

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Art for Housewives

Frida Kahlo was born on July 6, 1907. In celebration, see Frida’s Garden!

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Marina van Koesveld, magical thinker

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Art for Housewives

We were having coffee at the Meltemi looking towards the sea when I saw a woman with long dark hair bending down to pick up objects from the beach. Even without seeing her face, I knew it was Marina. Because … Continue reading →

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Marina as Frida wearing Muy Marcottage

Posted on June 13, 2015 by Art for Housewives

Marina has always had a connection with Frida Kahlo even before the latter’s popularity. So I asked Marina to model some of my huipiles. We had a great morning but it will take a few days before I will be … Continue reading →