Meet Tania Esponda Aja

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Tania Esponda Aja a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Tania, we are so happy that our community is going to have a chance to learn more about you, your story and hopefully even take in some of the lessons you’ve learned along the way. Let’s start with self-care – what do you do for self-care and has it had any impact on your effectiveness?

I have never been like someone that prioritizes exercise, my family was always more culture inclined in every activity, but lately I have found a love for walking, specifically outdoors.

For me walking outdoors is about self care, is about not being in the phone and connecting to nature, to myself, to my breathing, to my conversation when I am walking with someone. And this new practice has allow me to be more creative in everything else I do. Has allowed me to reflect in specific situations before I act. And allowing myself some space, time and breathing between my thoughts and my actions. It has made me more aware of the importance of keeping my body and mind in balance to create art.

Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?

I’m a multidisciplinary artist, Mexican-Spanish, living between Mexico City and Miami. My creative practice focuses on deciphering unique languages by blending Wine, Typography, and Geometry. I use various materials and new techniques to convey specific messages. My work with wine combines my passions for both wine and art, telling the stories of heritage, tradition, and history.
I am working is several installations and projects to bring my languages to more people

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

Three main qualities that have shaped my journey are creativity, innovation, and a constant quest for new materials and technologies. My advice is to embrace the changes technology brings, incorporating them into your process. Art has always evolved alongside society, growing through new inventions and technologies. For someone starting out, remember to enjoy the ride. Keep in mind why you fell in love with art and recognize it as your calling. Stay focused on your goal, but be flexible when things don’t go as planned. Trust the process and be creative in finding new paths.

To close, maybe we can chat about your parents and what they did that was particularly impactful for you?

The most impactful thing my parents did for me was teaching me emotional intelligence. They helped me trust my feelings and not get overwhelmed when someone doesn’t like my work. As an artist, rejection is part of the job; not everyone will appreciate your work, and that’s okay. Art is about self-expression, not pleasing everyone. Thanks to my parents, I’ve learned to navigate these challenges, even when it feels personal and difficult. Their guidance has been invaluable in helping me maintain my confidence and passion for art.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.taniaespondaaja.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tania.ea/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taniaeastudio
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/taniaeastudio

Image Credits

Tania Esponda Aja