My artistic practice is driven by scientific curiosity and a desire to explore the connections. Between human experience

and the non-human world. Through ceramics, textiles, and painting, I investigate themes of transformation,

imperfection, and the unseen forces that shape our lives. My studies of human behavior and perception guide my

observations on how we interpret and find meaning in our surroundings. Macro photography has significantly influenced

my perspective. It has taught me to slow down and appreciate the minute details and subtle textures that often go

unnoticed. This attention to the microcosm informs my work, where I seek to reveal the hidden beauty in

what is overlooked and ephemeral. The philosophy of wabi-sabi and the study of mycelium serve as both symbol and

guide in my practice. I see in mycelium a powerful metaphor for connection, memory, decomposition, and renewal. I am

drawn to what transforms and remains undefined. I'm continually seeking to create from a place of freedom, embracing

the beauty of the imperfect, the impermanent, and the ephemeral as intrinsic aspects of the world.

Venezuelan-born, Marinés Adrianza is a self-taught visual artist inspired by macro photography and human

behavior. Through nature walks, she captures tiny details to deepen her connection with her

surroundings. Her work spans acrylic, watercolors, oil, sticks, graphite, wax, clay, and textiles, using materials

as a language to express her emotions. She embraces imperfection and evolution, allowing her art to remain

fluid and exploratory. Her pieces recreate colors, textures, aromas, and emotions from her past and

present. Her latest textile series brings to life the whimsical characters of her childhood as a way to heal though

connecting with playfulness and imagination. Adrianza has exhibited in galleries nationwide and

collected internationally, her work has been featured in the City of Los Angeles Latino Heritage Month Calendar,

VoyageLA, Bold Journey, Canvas Rebel, Juniper Rag, and Women United Art Magazine.

When not creating or contemplating art, she teaches and explores in the kitchen or in nature with her two

children in Pasadena, CA.

MARINÉS ADRIANZA

DELLIS FRANK