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“It Came from Beyond the Border,” an exhibit featuring work by El Paso artist Angel Cabrales that challenges current U.S. immigration policies, will open July 10, 2024, at the Branigan Cultural Center.
Cabrales’ artwork embraces the artistry of 1950’s science fiction B-movie posters and futuristic art to create powerful pieces that confront and comment on immigration policies in the United States. He began creating the ongoing “Tequila Sci-Fi Series” in 2016, in response to the increased hostilities toward immigrants and asylum seekers along the U.S./Mexico border. Seeing a parallel between the 1950s fear of nuclear mutants threatening America, and contemporary fears of America being overwhelmed by immigrants, Cabrales exaggerates these concerns using pop culture imagery.
“I examine the dehumanization of people through politicization, marketing, and spin that we are subjected to in our everyday lives by an exploiting commercialism, and by placing issues in an appetizing, yet disturbingly consumable form,” said Cabrales.
The exhibit runs through Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the Branigan Cultural Center. An opening reception from 5-7 p.m. on July 10 will include an Artist Gallery Talk starting at 5:30 p.m. The Branigan Cultural Center is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Admission is free. For more information, call 575-541-2154.
“Pottery and Weaving: A Living Tradition,” an exhibition by artist Leon Nastacio showcasing a diverse array of his pottery and woven pieces exploring the creation process through the lens of his Zuni traditions, will be on display beginning July 10, 2024, at the Branigan Cultural Center.
This exhibition showcases Nastacio’s interdisciplinary artwork, while sharing and teaching others of their important interwoven traditions, while informing visitors of Zuni’s history and culture. Nastacio’s pottery reflects its historical and practical significance, serving purposes in farming, religious ceremonies, and daily life. Additionally, Zuni weaving encompasses a spectrum of styles, ranging from intricate to simplistic designs.
This exhibit runs through August 24, at the Branigan Cultural Center. Nastacio will be in attendance to talk about his pottery and his weaving at an opening reception taking place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday July 13, 2024. The Branigan Cultural Center is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Admission is free. For more information, call 575-541-2154.
New Mexico Arts recently launched a new website designed with constituents in mind, offering a user-friendly experience with enhanced navigation and functionality.
Whether applying for a grant, looking to access public art information, or perusing the many programs NMA offers, the new streamlined design ensures that people can find the information they need quickly and easily. Packed with fresh content, interactive features, and a modern aesthetic, the website reflects NMA’s commitment to innovation and excellence.
New Mexico Arts is New Mexico’s federally authorized state arts agency and a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs. NMA works to ensure the arts are central to the lives of all New Mexicans through public art and arts grants programs, as well as by providing technical assistance, networking, and educational opportunities for organizations, artists, and arts educators throughout New Mexico. The website is an important tool in supporting NMA’s mission. Visit the new site at NMarts.org.
