Thelma Ortiz-Muraida
183 Thorain
Thelma has worked in the fields of fine art and design for over 30 years. She has extensive experience in the areas of graphic design, drawing and printmaking. Over the years she has developed a compelling blend of these media and techniques in the form of mixed-media art, repujado and handmade books. She also teaches and conducts workshops focusing on the cultural traditions of Mexico and Latin America.
Thelma Ortiz-Muraida received her formal training in the visual arts at Trinity University, The Art Students League of New York, and Eastern Michigan University.
Arte de Repujado
Repujado is the Spanish term for the fine art of metal embossing. It is similar to repoussé, the art of working metal in relief. Metal embossing is used in Mexico to adorn religious icons, books, candles, mirrors, paintings, even furniture. The traditional techniques become contemporary art pieces when used to embellish cards, scrapbooks, journals, boxes and frames.
Thelma has studied with the premier internationally-known repujado artist, Magdalena Muldoon. Magdalena learned the art from her mother who was trained by the masters in Mexico and Spain.