TJ The Back Door by Diana Sainz Photograph by Diana Raquel Sainz

TJ The Back Door by Diana Sainz

by Diana Raquel Sainz

Canvas Print

$87

Framed Print

$105

Art Print

$40

Poster

$40

Metal Print

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Acrylic Print

$101

Wood Print

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Tapestry

$48

Throw Pillow

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Fleece Blanket

$50

Duvet Cover

$115

Shower Curtain

$78

Bath Towel

$40

Ornament

$14

Jigsaw Puzzle

$40

Tote Bag

$42

Weekender Tote Bag

$49

Zip Pouch

$27

Portable Battery Charger

$54

Yoga Mat

$65

Greeting Card

$8.95

Spiral Notebook

$20

Sticker

$4.50

iPhone Case

$34

Beach Towel

$40

Round Beach Towel

$75

Weekender Tote Bag

$49

Coffee Mug

$15

Men's Clothing

$33

Women's Clothing

$33

Youth Clothing

$29

Toddler Clothing

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Baby Clothing

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Title

TJ The Back Door by Diana Sainz

Artist

Diana Raquel Sainz

Medium

Photograph - Photography - Digital Photography

Description

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TJ The Back Door, Tijuana, Mexico
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This is where I actually parked my car during one of my visits to Tijuana, Mexico shortly after moving to San Diego, California. The back door of this little building had so much character. The iron gates, the buckets piled up next to the door, the colorful stripes on the side of the building, the mop bucket inside. It all gave me a feeling that someone took pride of their space, but also showed the decay and poverty despite the fabulous bright colors of Tijuana.
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My visits were always filled with so much curiosity. The pride and festivities in the streets, dancers and costumes displaying the cultures of Mexico. Color everywhere, fresh fruits, candies, blankets, outfits, bakeries, everything had so much life, and despite the fact that the majority of the residents clearly live below poverty level, the opportunity to show their pride, convince you to purchase, enjoy, and take part in their life style did not stop them.
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Sadly shortly after my move in 2008, Tijuana's crime increased. Many visitors and tourist whom had crossed the boarder to enjoy the day had gone missing or were found robbed murdered by gangs. Obviously, my visits crossing the boarder, only a 35 mile drive from my home, stopped. My hope for a decrease in crime continues as TJ truly is a place full of life and color and wonderful culture as well as great photographic opportunities.