Análisis de la mitología Shuar para la generación de ilustraciones de sus dioses y demonios

Abstract

This tesis proyect aims to contribute graphycally to the mythology of the Shuar culture and consequently to the Ecuadorian pluriculturality; by proposing a series of illustrated characters of their deities and demons, described in their myths. Based on a copillation of oral information, obtained from the elder population, that keep its traditions. As well as books and investigations, that achieved to collect these stories from their mother tongue. A selection of five deities and a lineage of demons represented by Iwia. Anciently this knowledge was transmitted orally from generation to generation. With the main goal to recognizing and give more value to the ancestral knowledge and practices. The author was motivated to carry out a series of investigations and interviews in different sectors, habited by the Shuar elders. By obtaining information from the native population, as an inspiration for the process of the illustrated work and written. Always with the intention of continuing to strengthen the pluricultural memory of Ecuador.