The Artistic Journey of Taya De La Cruz
Taya De La Cruz is a half-Spanish, half-Indian artist based in London, raised in the serene surroundings of southern Spain and educated in Gibraltar. Initially trained as an actress, she expanded her discipline into visual art. Taya's artistic approach serves as an antidote to the modern expectations of pace, achievement, and results. Each labor-intensive piece visually articulates the considerable amount of time taken to create it, reinforcing the message of slowing down and being present. She developed a unique painting technique using medical-grade syringes and needles, allowing her to work with paint on a microscopic level. Her work thematically centers around the human experience and responses to life's challenging events, inspired by the psychology of overcoming hardship and the mindset required for elite performance.
