“This is our place,’ and we can dismantle the meaning of the wall and its violence.”
Ronald Rael
Why the title Mariposa Traicionera?
It translates to "Treacherous Butterfly"; The main reason for picking the title is because everyones journey to America is not easy with constant unpredictable dangers.
Why 200 butterflies ?
There is no significance to the 200 butterflies. I just wanted an abundance of butterflies and allowing the shadows to double the amount I had.
What does the 28 stand for?
28 represents 28% of the immigrants that make up the US population
Why is only one side of the wall black?
President Trump purposed to paint the border flat black; so it would absorb the heat making it impossible to climb.
Why did you use copper?
Copper was mined in various regions of Mexico including the state of Michoacan in Central Mexico, where magnificent copper, gold, and silver jewelry were made. Which ties back to where the butterfly sanctuary is located in Michoacan.