Sonia Ruiz – Time #1
In this new art quilt series I will explore the passage of time using the 25 ton Aztec sun calendar and Frida Kahlo’s life journey. Each quilt will represent a different time or stage of her journey, and the enduring legacy of her art.
This first quilt represents Frida’s early years, her youth and innocence, the blue background is her casa azul in Coyoacán, Mexico with plants from her garden. The Aztec Sun Calendar represents her roots and the concept of ancestral time and some cultural imagery, like the butterfly and the sacred heart.
Materials: commercial fabrics, red ribbon, organza, raw edge appliqué, free motion quilting, thread sketching, French knots, vintage DMC embroidery floss for dirt, Saran wrap photo transfer of Frida at age 6 and Aztec calendar.
FIFTEEN BY FIFTEEN 
A really interesting subject for this series. I like the choice of colours and the details of the plants in the foreground.
What a wonderful idea, so rich and complex. And great execution – love this picture so full of context yet clear and simple, well done!
You have chosen an interesting combination of themes for this piece.
So many beautiful details. The Aztec sun calendar is wonderfully executed.
I look forward to getting a closer look at Frida Kahlo’s life.
Although the composition is simple there is a lot to look at in your piece. I like how the red line echoed the heart on Frida’s body.
Your work is so rich with details and deep in meaning. It will be interesting to see how you explore the recurring theme of your art- Freda Kahlo- in the concept of time. The calendar is impressive too.
This will an interesting series. Like your techniques and stitching. Looking forward to #2.
Beautiful concept and composition. I love the integration of the calendar through Frida’s journey. Great attention to details. Beautiful!
I love your choice of the Mexican sun calender and Frida Kahlo’s life. It will be very interesting to see how your series will evolve. Nice composition , lovely colors and great details. Bravo.
You chose a very interesting subject for the series. I especially love the flowers you put in the background, and I’m curious where this will develop.
A wonderful interpretation of Time. Frieda’s was an interesting and detailed life and you have chosen a great way to portray it. Your attention to detail truly brings your quilt to life.