Breathe
By Gabriela Gorab
The art of mountain climbing is much more than just a physical feat; it is a journey of self-discovery, courage and determination that highlights the power and strength of women. Throughout history, women have defied limits by climbing towering peaks, facing both physical and mental challenges with courage and grace.
Each step to the top represents an act of endurance, an affirmation of the inner strength that all women possess. From the most remote mountain ranges to the highest mountains, women mountaineers have left their mark on history, proving that there are no limits to what a woman can achieve when she dares to dream big and pursue her goals with determination.
My experience in mountaineering, nutrition and emotional, mental and physical survival has been inspired by brave and determined women like Viridiana Alvarez, who has left an indelible mark in the world of mountaineering as the first woman from the American continent to climb the fourteen highest mountains in the world above eight thousand meters, and the first Latin American to conquer K2(a mountain belonging to the Karakorum range in the Himalayan system), Viridiana represents the indomitable spirit of women who defy limits and reach new heights.
Her Guinness World Record for the fastest ascent of the world's three highest mountains with supplemental oxygen demonstrates her exceptional skill and unwavering determination. By climbing the highest mountains in the Himalayas in Nepal, the Karakoram range in Pakistan and in Tibet China, as well as the highest peaks on every continent, Viridiana has proven time and again that women have the power to conquer any challenge that comes our way.
The Art of Mountain Climbing is a call to all women to embrace their inner strength, to dare to challenge the limits imposed by society and to reach new heights in all aspects of life, for when women unite and support each other, there is no peak too high that we cannot reach.
The observations I share are those of a beginner. Although fresh in my mind, they are addressed to those taking their first steps in this challenging world of mountains-life-because as we ascend, we learn to recognize the difficulties of the path and find our own rhythm; in that process, we discover the power of our own inner voice, which guides us through the challenges and reminds us that we are capable of overcoming any obstacle that stands in our way.
So as we move toward the top, let's remember to look back from time to time to appreciate how far we've come; let's celebrate not only our physical conquest, but also the journey of self-discovery and empowerment that got us there.
By the way, I want to share with you that the renowned artist specialized in landscapes, Jorge Obregón, presents an impressive photographic sculpture entitled "Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl", which has been made at a scale of 1:20,000; each contour line in this work represents an elevation of 20 meters, and its realization involved a meticulous process of cutting and assembling the contour lines, obtained from vectorized cartography of INEGI. This piece, made of resin with silver nitrate and a transparent blue enamel bath, offers a three-dimensional representation of these iconic volcanoes.
The sculpture is currently on display in the exhibition "Tridimensionalismo Experimental" at the Museo Tridimensional de Azcapotzalco. I had the privilege of collaborating with Frank Turón in the writing of the curatorial text for this exhibition. The exhibition will be open to the public until May 2nd.
I highlight the recent presentation of Obregón's book, entitled "The Black Light in the Agricultural Calendar". This book, which presents 73 pieces of nature, with a particular focus on the mountains, represents a profound work of research. It addresses the history of the region, documents the villages and collects the experiences shared during conversations with chroniclers and farmers. This project reflects the author's commitment to nature and his environment.
The book is available for purchase at the Kaluz Museum, MUNAL and Antiguo Colegio de San Ildefonso.
*Film producer, curator, art manager and writer. She has lived, worked and/or studied in 5 countries. Bachelor of Arts from Bond University, international studies in psychology, art, social development and an Entrepreneurship program at MIT. Philanthropist and soror.
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