Each 8x10in illustration is printed on a textured watercolor-like paper, and fitted within a 5x7in framing mat board. A logo and title are printed beneath the illustration, which is covered by the mat board. Each art print is backed and supported with a sturdy board made of 100% recycled material and is sealed in a protective sleeve - Just remove the sleeve and place directly into any 8x10in frame!
Jennifer Pate, the artist behind Maridad Studio creates whimsical yet thought provoking illustrations which aim to combat harmful depictions of the human form in the media we consume today. By reflecting on their own experience as a hispanic queer female artist, Jenn produces surreal depictions as a way to expand on limiting structures of identity. With a strong fascination for rendering the human form and after studying figure drawing for over a decade, some illustrations are produced completely from the artist's imagination. While flexing that childlike muscle for imagination is fun, Jenn also finds it important to share similar voices and stories alongside her own. Collaborating on creating a unique piece that helps share someone else's story is integral to her job as an artist and creating space for community.
