Dia de muertos
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Project • By Miguel de la Torre • Memorials
Unexpected Reflections
In honor of Día de Muertos, “Unexpected Reflections” is an immersive installation that reinterprets Mexico’s beloved tradition of honoring the deceased from a contemporary perspective. Conceived by artist Miguel de la Torre, this piece explores the boundaries between the realms of the living and the dead, inviting visitors to cross a symbolic portal and participate actively in the ritual of remembrance for those who are no longer with us.
Jaime Navarro
At the heart of the installation is a mirrored wall, acting as a symbolic boundary between these two worlds. As visitors see their reflections in the mirror, they experience a profound connection to the space, with their own image becoming a metaphor for the ete... More
Project • By Miguel de la Torre • Memorials
Dia de muertos Altar / Installation
A Holy Field, a lighthouse, a portal.
On the occasion of one of the most important celebrations in Mexico, the architect Miguel de la Torre designs an installation every year for November 1st and 2 nd, the exercise is based on reinterpreting the tradition of the altar of the dead to connect the living with those who have left before us. An installation that guides the way of souls to their families and friends.
The materiality for this exercise is composed by 600 acrylic tubes, 10 to 60 cm high, with a yellow cap and a light at the base, placed in a 30x30 cm grid covering an approximate area of 50m2, generating a wave of light in the dark and a field floated with color in the day. The installation is only on during the n... More