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“Wiwa Stories” portrays the tragic fate of eleven individuals belonging to the Wiwa ethnic group, an indigenous community residing in the remote Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountain range of Colombia. These individuals lost their lives when they were struck and fatally injured by lightning during the enactment of a traditional ceremony aimed at restoring balance to the universe. This poignant event serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by indigenous communities in their efforts to preserve and practice their cultural traditions.

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Beatriz González

Beatriz González is a multifaceted Colombian artist, recognized for her roles as a painter, sculptor, critic, curator, and art historian. Her artistic oeuvre is frequently linked with the Pop Art movement. González is renowned for her vibrant and vivid paintings that capture the essence of life in Colombia, particularly during the tumultuous era known as La Violencia.

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