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Kantutany Studio

@justiniano_lis

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📍Jersey City based.
NJ/NYC
👩🏻‍💻graphic designer, 👩🏻‍🎨illustrator
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Sharing my culture through art
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One of my favorite flowers to draw is the Kantuta (also spelled Cantuta or Qantu), native to the Andean region, is a flower that is deeply woven into the culture and folklore, often associated with legends and myths as well as being celebrated in festivals and ceremonies. It was the sacred imperial flower of the Incas and is presently the national flower of Peru and one of the national flowers of Bolivia (the second one being the Patujú).

I believe there’s various legends about the Kantuta flower, below is one of them.

The legend tells the story of Rainbow, a young god in the Andes who is saddened by his fleeting beauty. Despite his radiance, he feels empty and longs for his beauty to have a lasting impact. Viracocha, the father of the gods, hears his lament and instructs him to marry Kantu, a white flower known for its beauty and inspiring melodies. Rainbow complies, and their union gives birth to a new flower, the kantuta, which bears the colors of the rainbow. Viracocha, pleased with the outcome, spreads the seeds of the kantuta across the land, immortalizing Rainbow’s beauty on Earth.
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#kantuta #kantutabolivia #kantutaperu #cantuta #qantu #bolivia #peru #andes #andina #digitaldrawing #womenwhodraw #artwork #andean #andeanflowers Kantuta flowers interwoven with the word Andean, drawing against a dark background. by @justiniano_lis

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2 years ago

A little late in posting this, but I finally got a chance to sit down and properly say THANK YOU to everyone who came out to the Bolivian Cultural Weekend Mercadito! 🇧🇴

To everyone who stopped by my booth to say hi, check out my work, or take a piece of my art home with you—thank you! Your support was truly appreciated. 🫶🏽🎨

I also genuinely enjoyed every single conversation I had with each one of you. It was so special hearing your stories and learning about everyone’s different ties and connections to Bolivia. Those moments of connection made the weekend even more meaningful for me. 🇧🇴❤️

A huge thank you as well to the amazing organizers from @americanboliviancollective @howtolapaz and @casakantuta for putting together such a wonderful event. It honestly exceeded my expectations, and I’m so grateful to have been part of it. I’m already looking forward to seeing what you come up with next year! ✨

And to all my new followers—welcome, and thank you for the follows, likes, and support! I know I’m not always super active on IG, but I truly appreciate every bit of love you show my art. 🥹💕

Thank you again for making that weekend so special 🇧🇴✨ by @justiniano_lis

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2 months ago

Recap of the Mercadito, day 2 of Bolivian Cultural Weekend in Georgetown, D.C. on 8/16
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#bolivianculturalweekend #bolivianillustrators #bolivianartists by @justiniano_lis

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2 months ago

Recordando con mucho cariño hace un año atrás la oportunidad de haver celebrado las fiestas patrias de Bolivia en Sucre y La Paz. Hoy también te celebro, Felicidades Bolivia 🇧🇴 en tus 201 años de independencia!
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#bolivia #independenciadebolivia by @justiniano_lis

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2 months ago

Festejando a la ciudad de La Paz!

#lapazbolivia🇧🇴❤️ #animadoresbolivianos #bolivianillustrators by @justiniano_lis

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3 months ago

Hi friends!
It’s been a little while since I’ve been active here, and that’s because I’ve been busy building something that I’m finally excited to share with you.

✨ Introducing Kantutany Studio ✨

So... the name. I know some of you might be thinking, “Why another account with Kantuta in the name?” And honestly, the answer is simple.  For many in the Andean diaspora, the Kantuta is more than just a flower. It is a symbol of identity, a reminder of our roots, and a connection to home that endures no matter how far away we may be.

The kantuta has always held a special place in my heart, much like it does for so many people across the Andean region and beyond. If you’ve followed my work for a while, you may have noticed that it often makes an appearance in my illustrations. What started as a small detail gradually became a quiet signature—a way of carrying a piece of home into everything I create

The name Kantutany is inspired by the Aymara word Kantutani with an ‘i’, which is often interpreted as “the place where kantutas abound” or “where the kantutas flourish.”
And “NY”? I may call New Jersey home, but New York is the place that taught me to dream bigger. It’s where so many dreams take shape, including this one.

So when it came time to choose a name, it felt natural.
Kantuta for my roots. NY for the place that inspired this journey. Together, they became Kantutany. And “Studio”? Because this is a place where I can share my art, explore new ideas, grow as a creative, and help bring other people’s ideas to life through thoughtful illustrations and design.

I’m so excited to finally share this with you all. I can’t wait to see where this creative journey takes me and what it inspires along the way. 🌺

#KantutanyStudio #MixedMediaArt #womenwhodraw #womendesigners by @justiniano_lis

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5 months ago

Another Trip Around the Sun 🌞
Grateful for the life I’m in.
For every chance to create and grow,
for every seed I got to sow.

Today’s my birthday, and I just wanted to pop in,
say hi, and soak in this moment. 🎂
To my new followers — welcome, welcome, welcome.
The fact that you stopped by and showed some love
means more than you know.
And to everyone who’s been here, thank you for choosing to stay. 🙏
Here for another spin, and so thankful for it. ☀️ by @justiniano_lis

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5 months ago

“Like two salteñas in the same box, we belong together.
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“Como dos salteñas en la misma caja, merecemos estar juntos”

#bolivianvalentine #valentinesday #salteñasbolivianas #webelongtogether❤️ #merecemosestarjuntos by @justiniano_lis

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8 months ago

Entre pan, t’antawawas y tradición, recordamos a quienes viven en lo más profundo de nuestro corazón. 🕯️💛

Este 1 y 2 de noviembre, en Todos Santos, las familias bolivianas preparamos mesas con pan casero, frutas y flores para recibir a las almas queridas.
Las t’antawawas —del aymara t’anta (“pan”) y wawa (“bebé”)— simbolizan a quienes han partido, recordando la vida, el nacimiento y la continuidad entre generaciones.
Es un tiempo de fe y ternura, donde el aroma del pan y las oraciones nos recuerdan que el amor nunca se va, solo cambia de forma.
Esta ilustración nace desde el corazón como un homenaje a quienes siguen vivos en nuestra memoria y en nuestro cariño. 💛

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Among bread, t’antawawas, and tradition, we remember those who live deep in our hearts. 🕯️💛

This November 1st and 2nd, on the Day of the Dead, Bolivian families lovingly prepare tables with homemade bread, fruits, and flowers to welcome the souls of our loved ones.
The t’antawawas —from the Aymara t’anta (“bread”) and wawa (“baby”)— symbolize those who have passed, honoring life, birth, and the continuity between generations.
It is a time of faith and tenderness, where the aroma of bread and prayers remind us that love never truly leaves, it only changes form.
This illustration is made from the heart as a small tribute to those who continue to live in our memory and in our love. 💛

#todossantos #todossantosbolivia #tantawawa #boliviantraditions #amaypacha #andeantraditions #díadelosmuertos by @justiniano_lis

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a year ago

Happy 477th anniversary to the city of La Paz, Bolivia!

Saludos! From the new lookout point of the city called ‘Mirador La Paz’, where you will find a new huge Hollywood-style sign and amazing views of the city.
#lapazbolivia🇧🇴❤️ #miradorlapaz #lapazcitybolivia # by @justiniano_lis

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a year ago

On October 11, Bolivia celebrates Día de la Mujer Boliviana, a day honoring the legacy of Adela Zamudio and her groundbreaking contributions to women’s rights and education.

Zamudio, (born October 11, 1854–1928) was a Bolivian writer, poet, teacher, and a pioneering feminist. She only received formal education up to the third grade, as women were not allowed to study beyond that at the time. Self-taught through reading, she became the director and teacher at a girls’ school, where she suspended religious education, leading to many students leaving. Zamudio was also a columnist for El Heraldo de Cochabamba, where she advocated for progressive ideas and criticized religious teachings. A strong defender of women’s education, she faced excommunication and frequent censorship. In her honor, Bolivia celebrates Día de la Mujer Boliviana.

Happy Día de la Mujer Boliviana to all the amazing women who inspire us with their strength, creativity, and leadership. Your determination and brilliance help pave the way for future generations. Thank you for being a source of inspiration every day!

#díadelamujerboliviana #adelazamudio #strongwomenrock #bolivianfeminist #bolivia by @justiniano_lis

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a year ago

¡Feliz aniversario, Cochabamba!
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Ciudad de la eterna primavera. Donde el sol brilla, el silpancho reina y el corazón de Bolivia late con sabor a llajwa. Tierra de mujeres valientes y hermosas, de la chola Cochabambina – símbolo de orgullo, lucha y elegancia.

#cochabamba #aniversariodecochabamba #corazondebolivia #digitalillustrator #cristodelaconcordia #kantutas #wonenwhodraw by @justiniano_lis

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a year ago