Chola Lisa is a tribute to the enduring and iconic Cholo/Chola style rooted in New Mexico, the broader Southwest, and extending internationally. The artist highlights how this unique cultural aesthetic, characterized by flannel shirts, khakis, bandanas, hoops, bold eyeliner, and distinct fashion, has become timeless and globally resonant, even spotted in places as far as Thailand. By merging this look with the classic pose of the Mona Lisa and placing her in a New Mexican landscape with adobes and the Rio Grande, the artist emphasizes the cultural significance and permanence of this style. Chola Lisa celebrates the originality and resilience of a look that is both deeply local and universally iconic, suggesting it transcends time and place.
