'The Songs of Birds 鸟之歌'
A Collection of Nahuatl Poetry; Reflecting on Existence, Language, Life's Brevity, and Resilience

by Gabriel Nezahualpilli Covarrubias Hernandez

Printed Book
Chinese calligraphy, digital illustrations, ink painting and book design. 2019

Embark on a poetic journey inspired by the profound verses of Juan Hernández Ramírez’s ‘Totomej Intlajtol, La Lengua de los Pájaros.’ This collection of four captivating poems, guided by the Nahuatl worldview, unfolds the genesis of existence, the significance of language, the fleeting nature of life, and the enduring spirit of hope. 

Under the mentorship of Professor Dang Rui from Shaanxi Normal University, this project seamlessly weaves together diverse cultures and languages. Meticulous translations into Chinese Mandarin and English, coupled with the elegant regular script of Chinese calligraphy on graceful scrolls, transcend borders. Beyond linguistic fusion, the project encompasses artistry in calligraphy, digital illustrations, ink painting, and book design. 

‘The Songs of Birds 鸟之歌’ is not merely a translation but a celebration of collaboration, cultural appreciation, and the universal language of art and poetry. This multifaceted masterpiece stands as the culmination of Gabriel’s academic journey, a testament to the strength found in harmonizing diverse elements. 

 

 

2023, Reading Nahua poetry from the book “La Lengua de Los Pájaros” by Juan Hernandez Ramirez with Gabriel Nezahualpilli Covarrubias Hernandez. Read more

2023, Solo Exhibition ‘IMMERSIA 2023: Illustration and Translation of Mexican Indigenous Poetry into Chinese Mandarin, Canberra, Australia. Read more

2019, “Metaphors of Reality”, Jambo Gallery, Xi’an, China. Read more

2019, “Tropical Mystic”, The Vinyl House, Xi’an, China. Read more

2019, “The Origin” indigenous poetry from Mexico, Academy of Fine Arts, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi’an, China. Read more

Book presentation at Conference Association of Iberian and Latin American Studies of Australasia Transnational Textures at ANU.

Book presentation with Ambassador of Mexico in Australia and Head of Political and Cultural Affairs. September 21, 2023. Read more

Involvement in IMMERSIA FESTIVAL at the ANU to display my book ‘The Songs of Birds 鸟之歌’. September 15-21, 2023. Read more

Presentation of my book ‘The Songs of Birds 鸟之歌’to the Assistant Director-General for Social and Human Sciences at UNESCO. June 2019. Read more

First poem: The First Sun / Achtoui Tonatij / Primer Sol / 第一个太阳

Second poem: The Word / In Tlajtoli / La Palabra / 言辞

Third poem: We are Flowes / Tixochimej / Somos Flores / 我们如花一般

Fourth poem: Standing / Ijkatok / De Pie/ 伫立