ABOUT THIS PIECE

Complementary pipe to La Luna y el sol bailan.

In the vast cosmic expanse, where galaxies twirl and constellations waltz, there exists a celestial ballroom unlike any other. This mural invites viewers to step beyond the mundane, to sway with the stars, and to remember that we, too, are part of this grand cosmic choreography.

The Star Dancer: At the mural’s center, a radiant female star takes the stage. Her luminous form is adorned in vibrant hues reminiscent of traditional folklorico attire.

Metaphor of Hope: “El Baile de Las Estrellas” transcends mere spectacle. It symbolizes resilience, unity, and the enduring spirit of exploration. As the star dancer twirls, she whispers to the universe: “We are stardust, and our dance echoes through eternity.”

- Oneida Trevino

ABOUT THIS ARTIST

Oneida Trevino is an artist/muralist/art educator from Harlingen where she operates from her Studio. She received Bachelor’s Degree in Art from UTPA. She has over 16 years’ experience as an educator, and has been creating artwork all her life. Her artwork consists mainly of portraits of people and animals in the RGV, and she incorporates a variety of media from watercolors to acrylic to oils, spray paint and clay. She loves teaching art and working with the community to spread a love of art through classes with Parks & Rec, workshops at Harlingen Public Library and community-led public art.