Riza and Chris Rodriguez (Maria and Maria) are Filipino sisters and multidisciplinary artists based in New York City. Lifelong collaborators, their creative journey began in childhood—building cardboard playhouses and dreaming up imaginative worlds—and has since evolved into a shared artistic practice rooted in storytelling, visual communication, and cultural connection.

Together, they co-founded Maria Maria, a design line that merges fashion and jewelry with narrative depth, drawing from their Filipino heritage as a continuous source of inspiration. Their work bridges culturally significant motifs with contemporary aesthetics, creating pieces that resonate with both personal memory and collective identity.

Sustainability is at the heart of their process, shaped by an upbringing that emphasized resourcefulness, environmental care, and minimizing waste. Whether designing wearable art or conceptual installations, Chris and Riza are committed to honoring tradition while reimagining the future—always through a creative lens that centers authenticity, connection, and conscious design.