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Carnival magnifies the details and craftsmanship of costumes worn during Caribbean and Latin-American carnivals. It is a visual homage to the immense work, effort, and inventiveness that go into creating these elaborate expressions of culture. The project began in 2019 during Rotterdam Unlimited Zomercarnaval and has continued ever since.
Tarona has long been drawn to the brightness, abundance, and bold expressiveness found in Caribbean and Latin-American carnival. For her, it is more than spectacle—it is a deep connection to inner spirit, heritage, and freedom. Carnival grants permission to embrace excess, defy convention, and challenge societal norms. This spirit of liberation extends into the work itself. Rather than capturing the spectacle as a whole, the images focus on the intricate details of costume and craftsmanship—fragments that often go unseen in the rush of celebration. Through this lens, the work invites viewers to look closer, uncover hidden layers, and reimagine how carnival can be experienced, appreciated and understood.
By shifting attention from the grand to the granular, Carnival reveals the artistry and intention embedded in every stitch, bead, and feather. It stands as both a celebration of creative expression and a reflection on how culture, identity, and beauty are carried within the smallest of details. Through this body of work, she aims to celebrate these details while honoring the rich cultural heritage of Caribbean and Latin-American carnivals, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for the vibrant artistry and its historical significance.
2025 Walk On By, TENT, Group, Rotterdam, NL
2024 Walk On By, Creative Alliance, Group, Baltimore, MA, USA
2024 40 Jaar Zomercarnaval, Kunsthal, Group, Rotterdam, NL