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I learned how to make an owl and discovered the work of a Venezuelan visual artist./Mi informe de Actifit: noviembre 10 2026

A few days ago, I went with my siblings to take my father to a medical appointment. Upon entering the doctor's office, I noticed some striking pictures on the wall. The first one I saw featured an eye in the palm of a hand; according to my research, this image represents a Hamsa (also known as the Hand of Fatima or the Hand of Miriam).

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It is a traditional symbol—an open hand with an eye in the center—widely used across various cultures and religions in the Middle East and North Africa. It serves as a protective amulet against the "evil eye" and negative energies, while also being believed to attract good luck, blessings, and prosperity. In this particular artistic version, the hand is a light shade of blue with black details, set against a light background and framed with a dotted pink border.

The next piece I noticed was located near an electrical outlet. It appeared to be a framed decorative print—an oil painting or reproduction—depicting a classic still life of flowers. It shows a vase with a slender neck resting on a wooden surface, from which an elegant floral arrangement emerges. The arrangement includes palm leaves and light-colored blossoms (reminiscent of calla lilies and other lilies) set against a dark background, which enhances the contrast and highlights the flowers. The piece is housed in a classic-style gold frame and hangs on a white wall, right next to a double electrical outlet. I found it simple, yet very beautiful and eye-catching. image.png

On the desk, a small owl caught my eye. It was crafted from simple materials—foam paper and acrylic paint—and I immediately thought that I could make one myself, as I already have most of the necessary supplies at home. I was pondering this when I noticed another, rather peculiar painting; it required a closer look to decipher what it actually represented.

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I realized that this somewhat unusual painting seemed to evoke a figure with hieroglyphic-like features, reminiscent of pre-Columbian cultures. I noticed a signature in the center—Vigas—along with the date 21/10/09. Driven by curiosity, I asked the doctor how she had acquired the piece; she explained that it was a gift from a relative, who told her it was an original work by the renowned Venezuelan visual artist Oswaldo Vigas. I was quite surprised when I looked him up and discovered that he was a native of Valencia, Venezuela. His work often features figurative drawings and sketches that explore mythical archetypes, totemic forms, and characters inspired by pre-Columbian cultures—all of which are hallmarks of his artistic style. image.png

They say that we learn new things every day. I love the fact that, simply by observing our surroundings, we can gain knowledge. For my part, today I learned that I can use recyclable materials I have at home to create a lovely owl. I also discovered that my own city was home to a great visual artist—internationally renowned for his work featuring fantastical beings and anthropomorphic figures inspired by pre-Columbian culture.

That concludes my journey for today; thank you for reading. Wishing you many blessings and much happiness—take care!


Photos taken with my Redmi 13 Oswaldo Vigas Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia I used Google Translate

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Hace unos días fui con mis hermanos a llevar a mi padre a usa consulta médica, al entrar al consultorio noté algunos cuadros muy llamativos en la pared, el primero que vi era como una especie de ojo en la palma de la mano, según mis investigación este cuadro representa una Hamsa (también conocida como la mano de Fátima o mano de Fátima/Miriám).

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Es un símbolo tradicional en forma de mano abierta con un ojo en el centro, muy utilizado en diferentes culturas y religiones de Oriente Medio y el Norte de África como un amuleto protector contra el mal de ojo, las energías negativas y para atraer la buena suerte, la bendición y la prosperidad. En esta versión artística, la mano es de un tono azul claro con detalles en negro, sobre un fondo claro y un marco con un borde rosado punteado.

El siguiente cuadro que vi, estaba cerca de un toma corriente, al parecer es un cuadro decorativo enmarcado que muestra una pintura al óleo o lámina de un bodegón clásico de flores. Representa un jarrón de cuello estilizado sobre una superficie de madera, del cual emerge un elegante arreglo floral con hojas de palma y flores claras (que recuerdan a calas y lirios) sobre un fondo oscuro, lo que resalta el contraste y la iluminación de las flores. El cuadro cuenta con un marco dorado de estilo clásico y está colgado en una pared blanca, justo al lado de un tomacorriente doble. Me pareció sencillo pero a la vez muy hermoso y también llamativo.

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En el escritorio un pequeño búho captó mi atención, estaba hecho de materiales sencillos, papel foami y pintura al frío, en esos momentos me imaginé que podía realizar uno ya que la mayoría de los materiales los tengo en mi casa. En esto pensaba mientras vi otro cuadro un tanto extraño y el cual había que observar de manera más detallada para descifrar qué representaba.

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Me di cuenta de que esta pintura, un tanto extraña, parecía evocar una figura con rasgos jeroglíficos similares a los de las culturas precolombinas, noté que en el centro tenía una firma: Vigas y la fecha 21/10/09, llena de curiosidad le pregunté a la Dra como había obtenido el cuadro y me dijo que fue un regalo de un familiar y este le había dicho que era una obra original del famoso artista plástico Venezolano Oswaldo Vigas, vaya sorpresa me di al buscar referencias de este artista e investigué que es oriundo de Valencia y quien se dedicó a realizar dibujos y trazos figurativos de estudio, donde explora los arquetipos míticos, las formas totémicas y los personajes de inspiración precolombina tan característicos de su obra.

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Dicen que cada día aprendemos cosas nuevas, me gustó el hecho de que observando a nuestro alrededor podamos adquirir algú tipo de conocimiento, por mi parte, este día aprendí que con materiales reciclables que tengo en mi casa puedo realizar un lindo búho y que en mi propia ciudad hubo una gran artista plástico reconocido a nivel mundial por realizar dirvesas obras de seres fantásticos y figuras antropomórficas representativas de la cultura precolombinas.

Este ha sido todo mi recorrido el día de hoy, gracias por leerme. Muchas bendiciones, felicidad y cuidense.


Fotos tomadas con mi Redmi 13 Oswaldo Vigas Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre He usado Google Traductor


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10/11/2026
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  • @cmpablo22(62)· 12h

    The paintings are great; the person who put them there must like this type of art. Best regards.

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  • @rosahermosa(64)· 14h

    Aprendí algo nuevo también hoy muy bueno su post !LADY

  • @enraizar(71)· 18h

    Good morning, Yolernis. I’ve noted down the name Oswaldo Vigas—thank you. I hope your dad is doing better.

    Sending you a big hug.

  • @yusmelys(70)· 1d

    Viewing these images is always a pleasure, and it's even better if we learn something from them. !LADY !UNI !HUESO !hivekr

  • @angeluxx(75)· 1d

    Out of all the images, I really liked the owl; I think I could make one, too. !LADY