Tortuga, is a painting and sewing artwork created in 2021, measuring 140×76 cm. This piece was inspired by a mystical night in Chacahua, Oaxaca, where the artist was with a woman and Harley, her Great Dane. As they lay on the beach gazing at the stars and listening to music, an incredible moment unfolded—a turtle unexpectedly crossed over their beach towel to lay its eggs.
This synchronous event sparked a reflection on Mexican mythology, particularly the legend of the Sun and Moon escaping destruction under the shell of a turtle, allowing the Moon to safely find its place in the sky. The artist drew a lesson from this experience—life sends clear signs, and if we learn to interpret and follow them, they may lead us to love stories we never expected.
The towels were stolen and later replaced in Puerto Escondido, and the painting was completed during a live performance at the Zicatela market, further weaving its history into the artwork itself.
