ABOUT
Prisila Vazquez-Nava is an interdisciplinary artist based in Denver, Colorado. Embracing the role of a perpetual learner, her practice spans a diverse array of materials and she is constantly seeking the methods that resonate most profoundly with her evolving interests. A variety of subjects drive her curiosity, including punk fashion, facial features, and internet culture.
Born in the United States to Mexican immigrants, Prisila developed an early fascination with cross-culturalism and the Chicano identity and is developing the means to visually express her experience. She currently studies art at Metropolitan State University of Denver, where she is honing her skills and exploring various techniques, such as in photography, ceramics, and sculpture.
Prisila’s work has been exhibited throughout a variety of local Denver art spaces, such as Blue Tile Gallery and Stella’s Coffee Haus. Additionally, she is an active member in the Chameleon Art Collective and gallery assistant at the Center for Visual Art that reflects her commitment to community engagement.
When not creating, Prisila enjoys attending local punk shows and spending time with her loved ones, which often inspire her art. She continues to explore new ideas and techniques, aiming to push the boundaries of her creative practice.
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Artist Statement
With no limitation to subject matter or medium, I embrace the role of a perpetual learner. My practice spans a diverse array of materials, reflecting my exploration and adaptability. I am, at heart, a jack of all trades, constantly seeking the methods that resonate most profoundly with my evolving interests. A variety of subjects drive my curiosity, including punk fashion, facial features, and internet culture. They are prominent parts of my life, and I must create artwork surrounding them to satisfy my sense of wonder.
My work investigates human expression, imagination, and form, which manifests primarily through photography, drawing, and sculpture. Each medium offers a unique lens into the complexities of the human experience and the narratives I create. In photography, I am captivated by the fluidity of human movement. I capture the body’s contortions and gestures, revealing the power of physical expression. Drawing serves as my playground for character design and world-building. I revel in crafting imaginative worlds and bringing characters to life on paper. In sculpture, working with materials such as paper mache and clay, I transform my drawings and concepts—including fashion, emotion, and relationships—of character design into tangible objects. This process allows me to push the boundaries of my artistic skills, bridging the gap between my 2D and 3D work. I strive to blend technical skill with imaginative exploration, creating pieces that resonate with and invite viewers into my personal and fantastical realms.
Finally, my work is intertwined with the rapid, tumultuous changes of young adulthood. Each piece reflects my life, capturing the spectrum of emotions and experiences as I grapple with personal milestones, realizations, and growth. Art, for me, is more than a practice; it is a vital expression of self and a vessel for human connection. It is through creation that I find clarity and purpose. In short, art makes me feel alive, and my artistic journey is a reflection of this ongoing process—an evolving conversation with myself and the world around me.
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Email: silavn.art@gmail.com
Instagram: @_sila_art_
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