The series, Gaiamama, symbolizes my hope that it is still possible to extend the ties that unite us as humanity, and thus be able to understand the responsibility that each of us have as inhabitants in the protection of our endangered planet Earth.
I have created this title under a universal concept, merging from two concepts, that of Pachamama—the Andean Mother Earth; and Gaia—the primitive goddess of the Land of the Greeks. Here, I am also returning to the concept used by environmentalists since the 70's that defines the Earth as a living organism.
Gaiamama, from my own experience, also represents the fusion of cultures. This process is revealed to me after 20 years living in the United States during which I have preserved all my memories, research and passion for pre-Columbian cultures. Also undeniable is my Basque paternal root, and my memories of my visit to the Altamira caves there. So, I have integrated Ama Lur, Mother Earth by the ancient Basque mythology into my series.
Many of the works in this series are large scale, mural-like images recalling the huge rock walls and caves where the ancient human being engraved and painted their art. I have used signs that arise spontaneously, without previous design or idea, that are nonetheless parts of my memory.
