My Mexican-American Dream
Ahtziry U.
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My goal for this piece is to narrate the struggles my parents went through and how that correlates to my current life. My father is an immigrant from Mexico and my mother is a first generation Mexican-American. I wanted to paint a picture of my current life in the US as a girl living with two parents of Mexican descent. I aimed to highlight the differences in my life compared to the experiences of my parents and put a spin on the typical "American Dream" by describing my experience as a Mexican-American in this generation. This piece is a testament to my roots through the collision of two vastly different worlds coming together to create a beautiful blend of ideals, culture, and love.
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Creativity is authenticity. Every word I write is entwined in myself and is 100% true to me. My creativity is about the thought process behind the work and the idea before the words. Creativity is the words that flow from the initial thought that reflect who I am.
