The second objective is that people who live in these states can identify themselves with the images that are on these violins. In this project, Tonny is utilizing the most important elements that represent each state. The first goal of “Mexico en Violines” is to create infographic art embodied in each violin. The results were an incredible combination of culture that is similar to and at the same time vastly different within his beautiful country. The answer provoked his interest in investing more of his free time to learn about Mexican culture and that of its states. The question that started the project was: What is Mexico? Most of the responses were mariachi, tequila, and tacos. Among abstract faces, traditional and historical figures relevant to each state it is representing. His work is a walk through the history of Mexico, and it leads us to encounter the captivating places and history of Mexico from its roots. The proceeds of raffle tickets for this instrument will be donated to the Shepherd Center and the Georgia Aquarium.Īntonio “Tonny” Barajas’ is currently working on the project “México en Violines.” This project will consist of 29 violins, five violas, and one cello (a total of 35 instruments) that will each represent one of the states that make up Mexico. Tonny used his love for the violin mixed with his creativity to deliver a one-of-a-kind instrument that can be admired or played. After many months in therapy and with the help of the staff, his grandfather was able to return home. In 2018 Tonny’s grandfather suffered an accident and was rehabilitated at the Shepherd Center. The Georgia Aquarium violin came as a tribute to a place he admires and respects and as a thank you to the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, GA. Some time ago he began to capture images on violins as a hobby. The son of Mexican parents and raised in Georgia, Tonny values, appreciates and feels part of both cultures. Support Shepherd Center patients participation in the Swim With Gentle Giants program at Georgia Aquarium as part of their rehabilitation by purchasing a raffle ticket for our Georgia Aquarium Violin by Antonio Barajas.Īntonio “Tonny” Barajas is a Mexican-American artist based in Mexico. Scroll down to view the drawing of the winner!Įntry period is closed.
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