Athena Garcia
`~ Mural Artist ~
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Copa: Where are you from?
Athena: I was born and raised in the Philippines, currently residing in Ashburn Virginia. Copa: What schools have you attended?
Athena: Philippine Women’s College of Technology (PWC) and Lorenzo Walker Technical College 
Copa: At what time did you become interested in Art?
Athena: I've had an interest in art since childhood. By the age of six, I was drawing a large horse on our classroom blackboard, working through recess completely oblivious to my surroundings. Immersed in my work, I stood on a stool, unaware that recess had ended and that many classmates and older students were watching me. When I finally finished, I was greeted with cheers and applause. Surprised, embarrassed, and ultimately pleased by the attention, I realized this was a passion I would nurture as I grew older. |
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Copa: Did painting come to you naturally or did you attend courses?
Athena: Yes, painting comes naturally to me. I've never attended art school or taken any art classes, but I've studied and appreciated the works of many artists over the years and drawn inspiration from them.
Athena: Yes, painting comes naturally to me. I've never attended art school or taken any art classes, but I've studied and appreciated the works of many artists over the years and drawn inspiration from them.
Copa: What is your usual subject matter?
Athena: It varies depending on what’s going on and how I feel.
Athena: It varies depending on what’s going on and how I feel.
Copa: Do you have any favorite painters you would like to mention?
Athena: I admire many artists, but one of my favorites is my mentor, Andrea Ehrhardt.
Athena: I admire many artists, but one of my favorites is my mentor, Andrea Ehrhardt.
Copa: How would you describe your painting style?
Athena: Fine art with flavors of abstract.
Athena: Fine art with flavors of abstract.
Copa: What's the largest mural you have ever created?
Athena: The most expansive mural I've worked on covers a width of 20 feet and a height of 10 feet.
Athena: The most expansive mural I've worked on covers a width of 20 feet and a height of 10 feet.
Copa: We also see that you have quite a flair for fashion, who are your favorite models and designers?
Athena: I don't particularly follow models; my focus is on the design and artistic aspects of the industry. One designer who stands out to me is Andre Soriano, I feel a strong connection to his style and artistic approach.
Athena: I don't particularly follow models; my focus is on the design and artistic aspects of the industry. One designer who stands out to me is Andre Soriano, I feel a strong connection to his style and artistic approach.
Copa: What does the future hold for Athena Garcia in her wide, wonderful world of art and fashion?
Athena: I’m thrilled about the opportunities that await for me in the art world. With my passion and dedication, I’m ready to dive into new projects and establish my identity. As I embark on this exciting journey, I am grateful for the inspiration God has given me and eager to see where it will take me next!
Athena: I’m thrilled about the opportunities that await for me in the art world. With my passion and dedication, I’m ready to dive into new projects and establish my identity. As I embark on this exciting journey, I am grateful for the inspiration God has given me and eager to see where it will take me next!
