Emilia Ortiz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Emilia Ortiz Pérez
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Emilia Ortiz
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Emilia Ortiz
1917 |
| Died | 24 November 2012 |
| Nationality | Mexican |
| Education | Academy of San Carlos |
| Known for | painter, watercolorist, cartoonist, caricaturist, and poet |
Emilia Ortiz Pérez (born in Tepic, Mexico, in 1917 – died in Tepic, November 24, 2012) was a talented Mexican artist. She was known for many things: a painter, a cartoonist, a caricaturist (someone who draws funny pictures of people), and a poet. Her beautiful watercolor paintings were especially famous.
Emilia's father, Abraham D. Ortiz, came from Oaxaca. He moved to Tepic, where he married Elvira Perez. He worked in businesses like selling small sewing items (haberdashery) and hardware.
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Emilia's Artistic Journey
Emilia Ortiz loved art from a young age. She studied painting at the famous Academy of San Carlos in Mexico City. This school helped many great Mexican artists learn their skills.
Exhibitions and Recognition
By 1940, Emilia's drawings and paintings were good enough to be shown in art exhibitions. This was a big step for her career. People could see and appreciate her unique style.
A Gift for Words Too
Besides painting, Emilia was also a gifted writer. She wrote poetry, and her book, De mis soledades vengo, won an award. It was published in 1986, showing her talent in both visual art and literature.
The Museo Emilia Ortiz
Today, you can visit the Museo Emilia Ortiz. This museum is located in Lerdo, Mexico. It proudly displays many of Ortiz's photographs and artworks. The museum also features art from other local artists. It helps keep her memory and her amazing contributions to Mexican art alive.
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See also
In Spanish: Emilia Ortiz para niños
