Altar - Caroline Johnson

Remembering the Women of Juarez by Caroline Johnson. I created my altar to honor and remember the women who have disappeared and been murdered in Juarez. I also created this in an attempt to gain awareness of this problem and the lack of government action. My altar incorporates the traditional three layers and objects: incense, skulls, a glass of water, a bowl of salt, a plant, four candles, lights and streamers used in the replacement of paper banners, and yellow flowers. These objects also cover the four elements. I added a cross on top of a pink background as black crosses on top of pink is painted in Juarez in remembrance of the women who have disappeared or been murdered. Finally, I added a guardian angel that my grandmother gave my mother. These traditional and sentiment objects all carry their own meaning that adds to the overall message of remembering the women of Juarez.