The Artist

introducing

I come from a family with a long tradition of artistic talent and manual dexterity in knitting, crocheting, and stitching. From a very young age, I displayed great capacity and patience to master various knitting and stitching techniques.

“More importantly, I consider myself a student of art.”

I’ve spent decades traveling and studying artistic centers around the world. From the traditional pieces in the Louvre and Van Gogh Museum, contemporary and modern art in galleries of London and New York. In addition, less traditional art forms and tapestries of South America, Africa, Middle East, and South East Asia.

Argentina Aruba Canada Colombia Curaçao Mexico Peru USA Venezuela Spain Portugal France Italy Germany Austria Prague Czech Republic Scotland Irland United Kingdom Hungary Greece Netherlands Switzerland Belgium Morocco Vietnam Cambodia Thailand Dubai UAE

Argentina Aruba Canada Colombia Curaçao Mexico Peru USA Venezuela Spain Portugal France Italy Germany Austria Prague Czech Republic Scotland Irland United Kingdom Hungary Greece Netherlands Switzerland Belgium Morocco Vietnam Cambodia Thailand Dubai UAE

GLobal ARTistic influences

Throughout my life, I have eagerly studied knitting, textiles, and all kinds of weaves. I was fortunate to combine my love of knitting with my passion for travel. This has taken me across the world to five continents, learning from the art of knitting across various cultures, methods, techniques, processes, and materials. Bringing this altogether, I continuously try to pair cultural expression and specialty materials in my work with the intent of evoking emotional reaction in my audience.

  • Dying alpaca, Peru

  • Holy Art Gallery, London UK

  • Dying leather, Morocco

  • Telar technique, Morocco

- Ingrid, London

“Monica shows her vast creativity with a humble technique that is mastered in her elegant sculptures. She shows the rich culture of her colourful Mexican roots. They are undoubtedly beautiful and original pieces of artwork.”

- Alicia, Esher

“ . . . it’s amazing Monica’s creativity and the way she turns great and abstract ideas into something magical.”