Modern Tango World N° 8 (Moscow, Russia) | Page 26

The patterns in Mumm’s work sometimes refers to the fi-
leteado and settings from Buenos Aires. But, there are also
purely decorative elements and New York City references.
The dancers Mumm uses for models come from the New
York City tango community. They are friends, teachers and
dance partners. She sometimes includes herself.
Her continuing source of inspiration is a beloved and par-
ticularly unique New York City setting for tango. It is Volvo
Tango, held in warm weather on Pier 45, alongside the cool-
ing waters of the Hudson River at sunset. These dramatic
shadows and highlights and the golden colors of the sunset
have found their way into more than one collage. Along with
the sloping curve of the pavilion that frames the dancers,
these are a continuing inspiration. The peace and beauty of
the setting and the effect it has on the dancers is apparent.
To find out more about Denise Mumm visit her website
http://www.denisemumm.com
and her Etsy store
http://www.etsy.com/shop/DeniseMummArt.
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