The Chiapas region, which is home to the largest population of indigenous people in North America, also inspired Aguiñiga’s color palette for the show. From bright purple and pink floral outfits to fudgy black skirts with shiny, fake silk tops to florescent pink and white embroidered ensembles, she noted how each town has a very specific way of dressing – almost like a uniform. “I became super attracted to these really bright colors and how they act as signifiers of where people are from.” Based on these hues, Aguiñiga chose five colors of yarn for the installation. Photo courtesy of CAFAM. Photo 4 of 7 in "Crossing the Line" by Tanya Aguiñiga by Stephanie Orma

"Crossing the Line" by Tanya Aguiñiga

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The Chiapas region, which is home to the largest population of indigenous people in North America, also inspired Aguiñiga’s color palette for the show. From bright purple and pink floral outfits to fudgy black skirts with shiny, fake silk tops to florescent pink and white embroidered ensembles, she noted how each town has a very specific way of dressing – almost like a uniform. “I became super attracted to these really bright colors and how they act as signifiers of where people are from.” Based on these hues, Aguiñiga chose five colors of yarn for the installation. Photo courtesy of CAFAM.