Every tortilla begins with a sacrifice.
Centeotl, the Maize Himself. In this pastel painting inspired by an ancient Maya figure, a farmer lifts an ear of corn that opens to reveal the young “God” within it.
Part of my ongoing exploration of Mexica and wider Mesoamerican sacred imagery through codex-inspired painting.
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