The Ace of Swords, The Nine of Cups, and The Three of Cups cards:

My idea began intellectually, rooted in the quest for truth. I entered into a period of happiness as my work came into fruition. I shared this joy in celebration with my community.

The symbols:

Night blooming Jasmine, Cestrum nocturnum:

In the Yucatán (ak'ab xi'iw in Maya) is a plant of profound duality. It symbolizes both the protective magic of the night and is historically regarded as a gateway to the night realm. In modern regional folk traditions, it represents lunar power, the mystery of the unseen, and feminine energy. Locally, its fragrance is seen as a beautiful yet mysterious companion to the quiet, dark nights of the peninsula—capturing the essence of the Yucatecan monte (wilderness) and cenote lore. Traditional Maya healers (H'meno'ob) historically used infusions of its leaves and flowers in hot baths to calm night sweats, fevers, and nervousness. Ethnobotanical studies have recorded its local use as a treatment for epilepsy, muscle spasms, and skin rashes. Caution: All parts of the Cestrum nocturnum are highly toxic. Ingestion or over-exposure to its potent scent can cause headaches, nausea, or breathing difficulties.

Bay leaf (bracelet):

Spiritually, the bay leaf represents a shield against negative energy, hexes, and the "evil eye," while promoting financial abundance and intuition. Ancient and traditional medicine used bay leaf for its anti-inflammatory, digestive, and antiseptic properties. As a talisman, it functions as a wearable token of achievement and positive energy.

Silver circles ring:

A silver ring with circles symbolizes eternity, unbreakable bonds, and wholeness. Because a circle has no beginning or end, it represents infinity and timelessness. Silver specifically adds meanings of purity, clarity, and spiritual protection to the design.

Palm shadow:

In the Yucatán, a palm shadow can represent the intimate dance between cosmic duality, divine protection, and the cyclical nature of time. The shifting lattice of light and dark mirrors Maya philosophy—reminding us that shadow is not the absence of light, but a physical extension of it. The rhythmic swaying of a palm in the breeze represents Iik'—the Mayan concept of breath, wind, and life force. Its shifting shadow is a visual meditation on the movement of time and the rhythm of the present moment. Because the region holds such deep reverence for the balance of nature and celestial alignments, the geometric patterns cast by a palm are often viewed as a grounding, organic message to find equilibrium in your own life.

Orbs of light:

Inspired by the phenomena of “backscatter” commonly found in digital photos since the1990s, orbs of light are often interpreted in spiritual contexts as manifestations of energy, spirits, or ancestors. They frequently appear as translucent, glowing circles that represent protective or peaceful, loving presences, representing conscious beings or guiding spirits, such as deceased loved ones, rather than simple artifacts.

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Exhibition: La Noche Blanca.