Rosaura Cazares-Juan
Rosaura Cazares Juan was born in Veracruz, Mexico and has lived in the city of Indianapolis since she was 10 months old. Her work is inspired by the connected nature surrounding the neighborhood where she grew up. Growing up on the Westside of Indy exposed her to numerous encounters of her Latinidad from supermarkets like Guanajuato to the Mañanitas a La Virgen at her church. Furthermore, numerous individuals she once created a connection with have shaped the person she is and has become. This is communicated in her work. Bits and pieces of Rosaura are expressed in the various elements of art, many of them representing her emotions and her Mexicanaidad. Her Latino community drives her day after day and inspires Rosaura as she navigates through adversity as a Latina in Indiana. At a young age Rosaura was raised to learn her indigenous language and her cultura through the food, music and traditions from her parents. But most importantly they raised her in a religious (Catholic) practice which is a great part of Rosaura’s life and works of art.She is currently pursuing her Bachelors of art in education at Marian University.
