First of all this painting caught my eye as soon as I saw it.Viva La Vida, Watermelons, 1954 by Frida Kahlo is very confusing at first. How can one person represent their last few days of life by watermelons. Most people would think about sad, dark colors while Frida Kahlo did many vibrant colors that are very eye catching. As I read the article I know understand what the art depicts now. First of all "Viva la Vida" means long live life. Also the watermelons are a big part of the day of the dead that is celebrated in Mexico. Which is known to celebrate and not mourn death. I believe she wanted people to not be upset but to celebrate her life and this painting depicted that. This is an amazing way to look at death.
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