Designer: Siddhi Shirodkar
LA VIDA – TRIBUTE TO MARIO MIRANDA
Siddhi Shirodkar, a student of JD School of Design, Goa pursuing her BSc. in Fashion and Apparel Design showcased her collection, ‘La Vida’, which paid tribute to Indian painter and cartoonist, (Late) Mario Miranda at JD Design Awards 2023. She was awarded, ‘Special Jury Award,’ for her work.
Inspired by Mario Miranda’s depiction of everyday life, the young designer implemented the artist’s drawing style and produced her own interpretation of his art.
Mario’s signature paintings had a squared-off, calm aspect that inferred aspirations beyond the fleeting smile that most of his cartoons elicit. He produced a wide variety of works with a unified melody and mood; his backdrops were never overdone; instead, they were always simple and endearing. He also pushed an impressionist enthusiasm with a zing into the foreground. Along with cartooning, Mario also painted murals that can be seen on several buildings in Goa and other regions of India.
Siddhi brought Mario Miranda’s work to life through her summer wear collection. The fabrics used for the garments were cotton with hand printing technique and acrylic colours and buttons out of cotton fabric.
The garments consisted of casual modern garments which were targeted for teenagers and young adults. The black and white garments were minimalistic and simple. The collection showcased Mario Miranda‘s art style re-created in a modern, contemporary situation from Goa today. Through her work Siddhi wanted to pass on the heritage and culture of Goa.
La Vida is a befitting homage to the Goan artist and exudes the life of the beachy and laidback state with a vibrant cultural heritage.
“I am glad to have received a platform like JD Design Awards 2023 and very excited to have won the Special Jury Award for my collection, La Vida.”
– By Geetika Bothra
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