On the rough burlap, like an ancient scroll of time, the painting Rising Sun comes to life. Bright colors and textile elements animate the scene of the world’s awakening, where every symbol carries the depth of ancient cultures.
Among the dense jungle, entwined with vines, a serpent hides—a manifestation of wisdom and rebirth in Mayan mythology. The Vision Serpent, twisting and winding, connects the earthly and the spiritual, symbolizing transition and renewal.
In the treetops, the vibrant feathers of exotic birds shimmer in all colors of the rainbow, reminiscent of the sacred Quetzal bird, a symbol of freedom and divinity. Hanging from the branches, cacao pods represent the gods’ gift, a source of energy and wisdom. Mexican sunflowers stretch toward the sky, following the movement of the sun, symbolizing life and the constant pursuit of light.
On the horizon, the morning star—Venus—flares up, revered by the Maya as Noh Ek, the “Great Star,” associated with the god Kukulkan. Nearby, the moon fades, reflecting the cycles of time and the feminine essence. The rising sun, Kinich Ahau, bathes the world in its first light, bringing a new day and new hope.
To the side, a blue jaguar mask lurks, symbolizing the starry sky and the nocturnal watch. In Mayan myths, the jaguar is linked to the underworld and the nocturnal sun, which passes through darkness to be reborn at dawn.
In this painting, the entire cosmos dances in harmony, celebrating the beginning of a new day, where nature and the divine merge in a single rhythm of life.
