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It's in the Cards
Take the Lot | Atlanta -
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Through historical diaspora, the people of Mexico also adopted their own version of the infamous game: with the cards being used as the “call numbers” found on differing “tablas” held by each player - quite similar to bingo.
Lotería in Spanish translates to lottery meaning it is a game of chance/luck.
With this context in mind, the body of work boasts objects that are not so easily earned. The juxtaposition of luck and the monetary success required to acquire such high-end assets is a recurring theme throughout the collection.
In essence, you don’t accept the fate of luck, but instead make your own - you take the lot.
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It's In The Cards | Atlanta: Cayla Birk "Take the Lot"
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