Paradise for a Tourist Brochure 1990

Freddy Rodríguez's 1990 mixed media work, "Paradise for a Tourist Brochure," features a large blue butterfly rendered in vibrant colors, set against a background of fragmented text and imagery. This piece, part of a larger body of work exploring the complexities of identity and cultural representation, blends newspaper clippings and handprints with bold graphic elements to create a rich visual tapestry. The artist's unique style, characterized by bold lines and layered imagery, invites viewers to explore the underlying message of the artwork. This striking visual composition explores themes of globalization, consumerism, and the impact of tourism on local cultures.