Artisans Gallery Team Member - munieca

article by Jill of glazedOver

There is so much talent on the Artisans Gallery Team. Introductions begin with Andrea, our Spanish translator and the artistic genius behind the charming art , paper jewelry & paper crafts shop munieca.

Tell us a little about yourself
My name is Andrea, but I prefer my alias “munieca” which means “doll.” I’m 29 years old and I live in Argentina with my two boys, my husband, and my dog. In addition to my art, I am a professor of general education and am also a student of Cinema and Photography. In my spare time, I love to read books, watch movies, and sleep as little as I can get away with because 24 hours in a day just aren’t enough for me.

How did you come to be fluent in more than one language?
My native language is Spanish, but I learned some English and French while in school. Sadly, I have forgotten most of the French that I learned, but not so my English. That improved especially when I was as a teenager because I had a habit of translating songs, movies and things I found on the internet.

Queen Paper Doll, Measures: 1.6 x 1.1 inches.

Have you ever worked as a translator for the Press, because we think you’re so good that you probably could.
Oh no!! I’ve never even given that a thought! I'm not very good .. I think my English isn’t as good as it could be. I understand more when I read. I find it more difficult when I have to write and please don’t ask me to speak.
Tell us about your Etsy shop muneica.
At my etsy shop you can find art, that showcases a colorful world filled with little girls, birds, and flowers. I love to work with paper, watercolors and occasionally some digital elements. When I’m feeling more crafty, I create paper jewelry, romantic jewelry and accesories for girly girls.

Lady Butterfly of the Hope
11.7 in x 8.3 inches
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Tell us one quick or funny story.
Hehehe, oh my! First let me just say that I’m not terribly funny. Although I can't quickly think of a funny story, I do remember that when I was a child the other kids call me “grandma”!! I'm serious, that’s true actually. I do have a ridiculous side, especially when I dress. I love ridiculous shoes!!! :D
Teach us how to say something in Spanish.
I’d be glad to! When you comment on treasuries, you can use these short sentences:
Me encanta!!! ---> I love it!!
Hermosa selección!! ---> Beautiful selection!!
Amigos, creo que soy adicta a etsy! ---> Guys, I think I'm an etsyholic!!

Paloma and Mushroom Art Doll

Did we forget to ask you anything important?
I don’t think so. You’ve pretty much covered it.
For more about munieca or to peek over her shoulder:
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