Mariposas & Marigolds Print
Mariposas & Marigolds Print
Mariposas & Marigolds
Butterflies and marigolds come together in this vibrant celebration of Mexican tradition and natural beauty. Marigolds (cempasúchil) hold sacred significance in Mexican culture, guiding spirits during Día de los Muertos, while butterflies represent transformation, migration, and the souls of loved ones returning home.
My artwork is rooted in the vibrant culture of East L.A., inspired by the people, language, and places that shaped my identity as Chicano. Through still lifes, I document the ever-changing landscape of Los Angeles while celebrating our cultural iconography.
This piece honors the traditions passed down through generations—the flowers that adorn altars, the monarchs that migrate thousands of miles, the connections between life and memory.
✦ PRINT DETAILS
- Archival quality giclée print on museum-grade paper
- Hand-signed by artist Francisco Palomares
- Open edition
- Fade-resistant pigment inks (100+ year lifespan)
- Two sizes available: 8.5×11" or 17×22"
- Optional professional framing (+$100)
- FREE shipping included to all U.S. states
✦ ABOUT MY WORK
I aim to celebrate the richness of the Latino community and my Mexican heritage, rejecting narratives that reduce our experiences to poverty or injustice. Instead, my work highlights our vibrancy, creativity, and strength, reminding viewers of the beauty in both the everyday and the extraordinary.
✦ CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE
Marigolds are the flowers of the dead, their bright orange petals lighting the path for spirits to find their way home during Día de los Muertos. Butterflies, especially monarchs, are believed to carry the souls of departed loved ones. Together, they create a powerful meditation on memory, migration, and belonging.
✦ PERFECT FOR
- Day of the Dead altar decorations and celebrations
- Collectors of Mexican cultural art
- Meaningful gifts honoring family and heritage
- Spaces that value tradition and beauty
- Supporting contemporary Chicano art
Contact info@palomaresblvd.com for original
Ships rolled in protective tube within 5-7 business days
PayPal installment plans available at checkout
Questions? info@palomaresblvd.com
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SHIPPING
- FREE shipping included to all U.S. states
- Ships rolled in a protective tube
- All orders ship within 5-7 business days
- Tracking number provided via email
- International shipping: Contact info@palomaresblvd.com for rates
PAYMENT OPTIONS
- Installment plans available to all PayPal users
- Pay over time with PayPal at checkout
- All major credit cards accepted
RETURNS & EXCHANGES
- All sales are final
- Please review size and framing options carefully before purchase
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QUALITY
- Giclée printing on museum-grade archival paper
- Fade-resistant pigment inks (100+ year lifespan)
- Color-matched to original painting
- Hand-signed by Francisco Palomares
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Unroll gently and allow print to flatten for 24-48 hours
- Frame behind UV-protective glass or acrylic
- Avoid direct sunlight when possible
- Handle with clean, dry hands
FRAMING (if selected)
- Professional black wood frame with archival mat
- UV-protective glass included
- Ready to hang
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ABOUT FRANCISCO PALOMARES
Francisco Palomares is a contemporary artist from East Los Angeles whose work is deeply rooted in his Mexican-American heritage and inspired by the Chicano Movement.
EDUCATION
- BFA, Drawing and Painting, Cal State Long Beach (2014)
- Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts, China (2013)
- Academia de Belle Arte, Florence, Italy (2010)
- Ryman Arts Program, USC (2007)
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
- The Billboard Creative - "Fabuloso" Billboard (2025)
- San Diego International Airport - "Espacios & Lines" (2024)
- The Cheech Museum - "Anniversary Edition" (2023)
- Mingei International Museum - "Piñatas: The High Art of Celebration" (2022)
- Craft in America - "Piñatas: The High Art of Celebration" (2021)
- Armory Center for the Arts - "At the Table" (2022)
- Mexican Consulate Los Angeles (2018, 2017)
- Solo Show: "No Parking on PalomaresBLVD," Bermudez Projects (2023)
RECOGNITION & PRESS
- LA Lakers "In the Paint" Winner (2021)
- Quinn Emmanuel Artist in Residence (2022)
- Featured: LA Times, Telemundo, Spectrum News, PBS's Craft in America
- Walmart x Francisco Palomares Collaboration (2024)
- Saatchi Art Rising Stars (2020)
Working from his Boyle Heights studio, PalomaresBLVD, Francisco creates portraits, landscapes, and still lifes that celebrate the beauty and complexity of his community while challenging stereotypes.
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