Inspiration-abundance

Ekekos picture from Cltn's Flickr

I've been trying to build a sort of mood board with these Frutti print samples and other elements that represent abundance, fertility and spring (am I too early yearning for it?). I've always admired the Altiplano's weaving, woolens and their use of bright colours in contrast with the dryness of the surroundings. (Above) Pompoms symbolise fertility and are beautifully used in the llamas flowering ritual. (Centre) An Aymará faja (sash) in bright fuchsia and lemon green. (Below) Some colour overloaded ekekos.

On my board

After working on a bunch of designs for a local sportswear apparel collection (that means lots of drawings in Illustrator), I drew these sweater/cardigan/pullover and pinned them on my board. My white leatherette board had been empty for months, except for a "Yo no canto tonteras" decal. It means something like -I don't sing silly things- and it has been like my motto since I read this phrase from Violeta Parra's last interview.