{"title":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-height: 300px; max-width:55%\" src=\"https:\/\/helloart-prod-bucket.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com\/media\/artist\/maria-isabel-rodriguez\/maria-isabel-rodriguez-profile.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaria Isabel Rodriguez’s work delves into life's profound essence and enduring beauty, even in the face of adversity. Her art is a passionate reflection that intuitively captures vibrant colours and rhythmic forms, particularly through conceptual floral representations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrowing up in a conflicted home environment in Guatemala and navigating the challenges of mental health within her family, Rodriguez developed a deep appreciation for the transformative power of art. Her experiences as a well-travelled individual and an immigrant to Canada have further shaped her artistic journey, fueling her desire to rediscover her present-day self through the spontaneous expression and catharsis of paint on canvas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRodriguez lives and works in Montreal, Canada. Initially established through notable achievements in fashion illustration and textile design in Canada, she eventually yearned for a greater personal freedom and purpose. Mostly self-taught, she immerses herself in a fine arts studio practice, dedicating her energy to independent painting. Today, her works grace the walls of local art galleries, international publications, and private international collections, showcasing her unique artistic vision and evocative style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eARTIST’S STATEMENT\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrowing up in a dysfunctional family has taught me to view pain and suffering as blessings in disguise. My journey through tumultuous teenage years—marrying at 16 and becoming a parent by 19—shaped my resilience in the face of adversity. Moving from Guatemala to Canada introduced me to new challenges that profoundly influenced my perspective.\u003cbr\u003eSuffering is an inextricable part of life that paradoxically coexists with happiness as dialectical opposites. The mental health struggles within my family provided me with a new reality and perspective on how I see life. Creating art has been, for as long as I can remember, a safe space within myself where I can feel free and liberated. Art has the power to heal my spirit and serve as a refuge from my adversities—a resting place.\u003cbr\u003eMy floral paintings reflect the delicate yet powerful essence of womanhood, inspired by my homeland and the application of colour by artists like Van Gogh and Monet. Through my artwork, I strive to inspire joy and contemplation, celebrating the richness of life while reflecting the resilience of the human spirit.\u003cbr\u003eFlowers, in their essence, are resilient, adaptable, and strong. They possess the powerful ability to change our moods and express beauty. My floral paintings, from my female point of view, serve as an analogy for the duality of womanhood—gentle yet resilient, fragile yet fierce. Guided by intuition and nostalgia, my works are infused with vibrant hues that echo the landscapes of my homeland; they can be serene yet chaotic.\u003cbr\u003eI enjoy creating and expressing myself freely, often without references, using acrylics to paint each composition with fresh eyes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"not-all-the-flowers-bloom-at-the-same-time","title":"Not All the Flowers Bloom at the Same Time","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on gallery canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36x36x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis floral painting is a reminder that, like us, flowers have their blooming periods, embracing their uniqueness, self-acceptance and trusting process. \r\u003cbr\u003eEach person's path is valid, embracing the journey.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073025249383,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767030779_14821.jpg?v=1767620716"},{"product_id":"the-path-to-open-your-heart","title":"The Path to Open Your Heart","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic, mineral medium on gallery canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e72x18x1.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tropical colours and music rhythm inspire this floral painting. It is a strong apologetic, warm art piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073040224359,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767034317_63920.jpg?v=1767620873"},{"product_id":"happiness-gate","title":"Happiness Gate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on gallery canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30x40x1.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy inspiration behind creating this floral painting is based on the African-Latin rhythms of Bossa Nova and Reggae.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073042583655,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767035104_29502.jpg?v=1767620932"},{"product_id":"that-feeling","title":"That Feeling","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on standard canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18x40x0.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy first impression during my first spring in Canada was how the flowers bloom after enduring the winter. It was a feast to the eyes. I wanted to capture that emotion in this floral painting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073048481895,"sku":null,"price":1800.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767037123_51335.jpg?v=1767621136"},{"product_id":"redemption-ix","title":"Redemption IX","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on standard canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32x46x0.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eForgiveness is a liberating and transformative act of self-care. In this painting, I aimed to explore the profound human emotion of love through the metaphor of flowering.\r\u003cbr\u003eJust as flowers flourish after enduring harsh seasons, we too can emerge from pain and betrayal.  It is through the act of forgiveness that we allow ourselves to blossom and invite peace into our lives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073050447975,"sku":null,"price":3600.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767038037_84136.jpg?v=1767621195"},{"product_id":"joy-i","title":"Joy I","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on gallery canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36x36x1.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis painting, Joy I, is part of the Rejoyce series, unapologetic shapes and vibrant colours, is an art piece full of joy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073107202151,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767036058_18513.jpg?v=1767622129"},{"product_id":"joy-ii","title":"Joy II","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on standard canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22x28x0.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis painting, Joy II, is part of the Rejoyce series, unapologetic shapes and vibrant colours, is an art piece full of joy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073128403047,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767144875_89902.jpg?v=1767623556"},{"product_id":"joy-iv","title":"Joy IV","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on standard canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24x36x0.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis painting, Joy IV, is part of the Rejoyce series, unapologetic shapes and vibrant colours, is an art piece full of joy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073129943143,"sku":null,"price":1950.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767145222_49253.jpg?v=1767623714"},{"product_id":"joy-vi","title":"Joy VI","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on gallery canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20x20x1.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis painting, Joy VI, is part of the Rejoyce series, unapologetic shapes and vibrant colours, is an art piece full of joy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073130369127,"sku":null,"price":975.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767147172_64019.jpg?v=1767623795"},{"product_id":"penumbra-ii","title":"Penumbra II","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic, mineral medium and dry pastel on gallery canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20x20x1.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeauty can be found even through the darkest times. \r\u003cbr\u003eI was inspired to create this painting to invite the viewer to see the silver lining in every challenging moment and to find the opportunity to keep a grateful heart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073130991719,"sku":null,"price":975.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767148489_64919.jpg?v=1767623825"},{"product_id":"penumbra-i","title":"Penumbra I","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic, mineral medium and dry pastel on gallery canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16x16x1.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeauty can be found even through the darkest times.\r\u003cbr\u003eI was inspired to create this painting to invite the viewer to see the silver lining in every challenging moment and to find the opportunity to keep a grateful heart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073131286631,"sku":null,"price":875.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1767148902_95292.jpg?v=1767623866"},{"product_id":"joy-vii","title":"JOY VII","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on standard canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22x28x0.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnapologetic shapes, vibrant colours, and full expression characterize this painting. It is intended to evoke joy. 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