“I paint my own reality.
The only thing I know is that I paint because I need to,
and I paint whatever passes through my head
without any other consideration.”
- Frida Kahlo
The only thing I know is that I paint because I need to,
and I paint whatever passes through my head
without any other consideration.”
- Frida Kahlo
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Frida Kahlo had a colorful and interesting life. If you haven't read her biography or watched the movie starring Salma Hayek, please do. Frida Kahlo is a renowned Mexican painter. Painting herself is the subject she knew best. Early in her childhood, she was severely injured because of a bus accident. While she was bed-ridden and recovering, she began to paint.
She married Diego Rivera, a well-known Mexican muralist. His works can be seen all over Mexico City (see his murals here). As the sign reads (above), "Frida and Diego lived in this house from 1929-1954". Their marriage was a tumultuous one and they got divorced.
She married Diego Rivera, a well-known Mexican muralist. His works can be seen all over Mexico City (see his murals here). As the sign reads (above), "Frida and Diego lived in this house from 1929-1954". Their marriage was a tumultuous one and they got divorced.
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No doubt, the house reflects the colorful life Frida had. She is a feminist, a brave activist, and a woman who is true to herself. Her home clearly reflected her persona. As you meander around the rooms, the kitchen, her paint studio - there is a lot of lively pieces that will attract your eye. The house is gleaming with character that shows her personality.
While showcasing her artwork abroad, she is a champion of showing the Western Culture, her Mexican ancestry. The house, now a museum, displays all of her life's work. The rooms are occupied with her well-known self-portraits and her distinctive unibrow.
While showcasing her artwork abroad, she is a champion of showing the Western Culture, her Mexican ancestry. The house, now a museum, displays all of her life's work. The rooms are occupied with her well-known self-portraits and her distinctive unibrow.
The room where she painted was particularly interesting.
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Casa Azul is situated in a quiet but nice neighborhood in Mexico City. We took a taxi to get here. While in Mexico City, include Casa Azul on your places to visit. Was it worth it yes? Definitely and most especially if you love art. Frida Kahlo has a lust for life and Casa Azul will show you how vibrant her life was.
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