I chose an image depicting a bull fight, or “Corrida de
Toros” as we called them in Spain, because this tradition is a polemic aspect
of the cultural heritage from my native country. Images and other depictions of
bull fights can be found internationally as symbols of Spanish cultural
identity. However, not the whole Spanish population feel their principles,
beliefs and ideas validated under this cultural practice. That is the reason
why I wanted to transform this action. Bull fight means a violation of the
dignity of animals. It shows an unbalance power relationship between the animal
and the human being. I wanted to
transform that scene for one in which the interaction between the wild animal
and the human being behind the cape is one of freedom, instead of
subordination, caring instead of aggression, peaceful coexistence. I urge the
bull fighter as well as the audience of this show to open their eyes to see what
really mean what they are being part of.
By Violeta
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