Myths of Latin America

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Modern Latin American cultural embodies a rich historical past while embracing contemporary legends and traditions. At times, the true meaning and intent of the most well known artists and customs is lost within the powerful myths that surround them. Below are some examples of modern cultural icons and practices that are often misunderstood because of their overwhelming ability to intrigue the minds of the people. We have worked to portray a different perspective of these well known ideas.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Encounters: Ancient Civilization: Daniel, Eric
The Encounters: Coca: Geisler, Ellen
The Encounters: Cortes & Montezuma: Kamp, Ginnie
The Encounters: The Myth of the Violent Shuar: Vang, Shoua
The Encounters: La Llorona: Walker, Rachel

The Encounters : Virgen de Guadalupe: Febry, Carling

The Revolutions: Allende & Pinochet: Wegner, Liz
The Revolutions : Banana Republic: Wittenberg, Christa
The Revolutions: Cuban Revolution: Barbash-Riley, Lydia

The Revolutions: MIR: Jung, Stephanie

The Cultures: Carmen Miranda: Genereux, Katie
The Cultures: Frida Kahlo: Beduhn, Caitlin
The Cultures: Quinceaneras: Jentzen, Kaitlin
The Cultures: Maradona: Lanari, John
Brazil: Afro-Brazil: Zepeda, Rebecca
Brazil: Xica da Silva: Regan, Brenna
Brazil: Zumbi: Lipske, Will