YOU CAN BE AS BIG AS YOU WANT TO BE archivos

YOU CAN
BE AS
BIG AS
YOU WANT
TO BE

This project explores the concept of evolution and progress through a dual portrayal of avocados. One piece, part of the original Fruitful Collection (launched in 2019), measures 54×65cm, while the second is a larger reinterpretation from 2023, measuring 130 × 162 cm.

Through her own experience of learning to scale from smaller to larger canvases, the artist offers a literal and symbolic demonstration of personal growth — showing that anyone has the potential to expand and evolve.

THE INSPIRATION

Presented at the artist’s first solo exhibition, Food for Thought, the avocados were placed a few meters apart so that, from a certain perspective, they appeared to be the same size. It was only by physically moving from the smaller avocado that the viewer could come face-to-face with the larger one.

Accompanied by the evocative slogan “You can be as big as you want to be,” the composition serves as a visual metaphor for personal growth — a process that requires intentional, actionable steps.

EVERYTHING COMES FROM A SEED

Reflecting on the journey from seed to fruition, the avocados symbolize the incremental progress and transformative experiences that shape one’s path toward achieving greater heights in life.

Adding a personal and organic touch, the avocado featured in the picture was grown by the artist herself — from seed — specifically for the exhibition.

Discover the rest of the Fruitful Collection and immerse yourself in a world where everyday fruit becomes a mirror for self-reflection. Each piece invites curiosity, nostalgia, and contemplation, encouraging you to explore the deeper layers of identity and imagination.