FSN 508 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Nudity, Abstract Expressionism, Mariachi
18 Mar 2018
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Cultural resistance : counter culture dominance thru dress, music, religion, etc. Manifesto anthropophagous: (ref to the cannibalist image) cannibalising culture, this is a form of cultural resistance. Muralist movement: mexico, political messages on walls, public engagement/empowerment. Magic realism: artist is portraying their subjective reality. Rumba: the caribbean, african rhythmic influence (combination of cultures) influences fashion -> flounches. Bolero: musical form from caribbean, romantic version of rumba (slower) Huipil: mexico, loose fitted shirt, embroidery distinct to region (similar to a tunic) Rebozo: shawl, embroidery, frieda wore lots of these. Huaraches: northern mexico, sandals, sole was made of fake leather -> contemp. Charro suit (mariachi suit): embroidery, matching jacket/pants, regional. Poncho: versatile garments, argentina - latin america, large garment used as outerwear, bedding, luggage, multi purpose item. Andrean cap: hats that have flaps that tie around your neck. Guayabera: loose button down, 4 pockets, worn untucked. Rumbera flounces: skirts or sleeves of blouses, tiered flounces.
