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Maria F. Rodríguez is a self-taught artist from New England with deep roots in Spain. Her work spans multiple disciplines, blending craft, design, and fine art into a cohesive and evolving practice. Drawing inspiration from the rich textile and fiber traditions of her heritage, Maria translates these time-honored techniques into contemporary forms, exploring how tradition can evolve and adapt in the modern world. She works primarily with silver and gold wire, using intricate, textural approaches that blur the boundaries between adornment, sculpture, and conceptual art.
At the heart of Maria’s work is a conceptual exploration of structure, spontaneity, and transformation. Her process is both meditative and intuitive—sometimes meticulously planned, other times unfolding organically. This tension between control and release reflects deeper themes of resilience, renewal, and the interplay between tradition and innovation.
In her series Ethereal Threads, Maria delves into the metaphysical connections between color, pattern, texture, and materiality. The pieces are more than decorative objects; they serve as expressions of emotional depth and personal meaning. Through her choice of materials like fine wire and gemstones, she communicates themes of fragility, strength, and the fluidity of time and transformation.
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