Technical Specs - English

Title: Yellow Butterflies - Macondo
Artist: Camila Echavarria
Year of Creation: 2025
Medium: Acrylic over canvas
Dimensions: 161 x 80 cm
Edition: Unique Piece
Weight: 2 kg (approx)

Frame: Ayous Wood - Imported from Europe

Concept:

The Yellow Butterflies draws inspiration from Gabriel García Márquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude, specifically the two iconic scenes: the yellow butterflies and the rain of yellow flowers. In this painting, the flowers are reimagined as butterflies, rising from the Guayacán tree—a tree known for its brilliant golden blossoms that captivate anyone who sees them. Although not explicitly mentioned in García Márquez’s work, the Guayacán’s radiant presence aligns with the imagery of the novel.

The background features the towering peaks of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, a majestic and seemingly impenetrable mountain range believed to be the inspiration for the mountains described in the novel. The mountains rise layer upon layer, guiding the viewer’s gaze upward, creating a sense of endless elevation.

One of the trees, where the butterflies are drawn to, is adorned with Odontoglossum nevadense, an endemic orchid found exclusively in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. These delicate, star-shaped blooms connect through slender threads, and the butterflies gather around them.

A distinctive detail is the presence of a single, oversized red ant depicted as if it had crawled across the canvas—a nod to García Márquez’s reference to red ants in his writing. This ant appeared unexpectedly on the canvas as the painting was being finished, leading to its inclusion as a symbolic element within the artwork.

As always, a hidden jaguar can be found among the treetops, adding an element of mystery and discovery for those who observe closely.

Additionally, the painting integrates a barcode where each number holds a specific meaning, it needs to be decoded .

Care Instructions:

● Lighting: Display the painting away from direct sunlight and high-intensity light to prevent fading.

● Handling: Avoid placing your hands directly on the canvas. Use latex gloves when handling the painting.

● Display Tip: I love the contrast of white against gray. If you have the opportunity, consider painting the wall gray to beautifully enhance the artwork.