Frida Kahlo is now considered to be one of the most talented female and Mexican artists, but her talent went largely unrecognized during her lifetime. Born in 1907 in Coyocoán, Mexico City, she married fellow artist Diego Rivera in 1929. Frida’s colourful creations sum up Mexico in many ways – vibrant, unique and feisty. Now, visitors to luxurious hotel, Andaz Mayakoba on the Riviera Maya can enjoy the full Frida’s Wardrobe Experience for themselves. Talented photographers Sol Tamargo and Matt Adcock and their team have collaborated with Andaz Mayakoba to give you a unique taster of Frida’s inimitable style – Frida’s Wardrobe Experience at Andaz Mayakoba. This eco retreat has a prime location with a beautiful white sand beach, stunning pools and striking artworks. Sol herself is known for her colourful dress sense, as well as her innovative images. The team are listed by American Photo Magazine as one of the top 10 wedding photography studios in the world and have featured on the cover of National Geographic.
I learnt that Frida Kahlo wore traditional Mexican clothing in the 1930s, when no one else was wearing it any more. When she visited the States, children asked her ?Where?s the circus"?. I can’t feature her artworks here as they are copyright, but do search online for her paintings such as The Two Fridas, Self Portrait with Necklace of Thorns and the Wounded Deer if you can, as their surreal intensity is someth...