Genevieve Guadalupe – Nature #6
Cushaw squash
Squash is one of the most important crops in the Americas. Cushaw squashes (cucurbita argyrosperma), or Ha:l are believed to have been domesticated in Mesoamerica from cucurbita sororia around 7000 years ago. A very heat tolerant and rapidly maturing squash from the Tohono O’odham Nation. Traditionally blossoms are mixed with wheat flour to make porridge and seeds are roasted for snacks. Ha:l mamat (the immature fruits) are used like zucchini. Mature fruits have light orange flesh, mild flavor and a starchy texture.
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A great end to your series. I really admire the way you tie your pieces together by using the same colour palettes.
Wow just love your play of colours, the use of a dark subject plays nicely with your background. Bravo
I love the simplicity of your series and your ability to balance design, colors, shapes nad texture.
I like how the simplicity of the background shapes enhance the the main subject : the Ha:I squash !
The pumpkin that is displayed proudly against the calm background. As if announcing that she is the subject. perfect.
This piece is a great end of your series. Beautiful collection! I love them all.
a lovely addition to your series. It is lovely in its simplicity.
an excellent conclusion t your series. The use of silhouettes is very striking and dramatic set against the plain colours of the background.
I like the way that you give us the history of the squash and how it is used. The silhouette lends it and air of mystery and together with the description makes me want to cook with it. Beautifully stitched
You’ve made a great series. Minimalism and the use of pastel colours highlight your plant shapes very well. I love it.
This is a great finale of your series. I admire the simplicity of the design and your use of pastel colors throughout the series. Always beautifully stitched.
A well balanced design and as always meticulously stitched. A beautiful end to your Sonoran desert nature series. Love it!
I love the graphic feeling that always comes with your quilt.
Design and color are beautiful as is your meticulous stitching.
So nice to learn about the history of this fruit.