OM.2024.140 - Ana Soha - USA

OM.2024.140 - Ana Soha - USA - La Serpiente Emplumata - collage on panel - 8 x 8 inches - Visual Poetry and Color

 This artwork is titled La Serpiente Emplumata (The Plumed Serpent), an 8 x 8-inch collage on panel created by artist Ana Soha. It was acquired by the Ontological Museum in September 2024 for the Visual Poetry and Color Exhibition. [1, 2]

Visual Elements and Composition

• Central Figure: The centerpiece features an abstract interpretation of a mythical serpent or creature, adorned with bright orange and yellow jagged scales. Green leafy paper elements erupt from the top, evoking the traditional "plumed" or feathered crown of the legendary Mesoamerican deity, Quetzalcoatl.
• The Silhouette: A curved, serpentine form anchors the center, featuring distinct layers of red, white, and text-printed paper scraps that draw the eye downward into a dynamic, twisting motion.
• The Background: The creature is set against a mosaic background composed of cool-toned paper shards. Light blues, deep indigos, and teals dominate the right and lower quadrants, contrasting sharply with the warm oranges and reds of the central figure.

Medium and Textural Details

As a physical collage on panel, the piece thrives on mixed-media textures. You can see torn edges, layered paper overlaps, and snippets of printed text peeking through the shapes, which adds a distinct literary element characteristic of Visual Poetry. The arrangement relies heavily on a "color blocking" technique, where raw, fragmented geometric shapes fit together like a puzzle to build a cohesive narrative. [1]

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