Chicano art has existed for over fifty years in the United States, but until recently it has been virtually invisible to major museum audiences in the Southwest. Chicanos produce outstanding art as revealed when The Getty Center invested $5 million in 2017 in research grants given to arts institutions across Southern California for research and planning of an ambitious exploration of Latin American and Latino art called “Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA.” These exhibits gave Latinos and Chicanos a rare opportunity to share their art with a greater sector of art viewers.
Dr. Romo, you have provided a precious illuminated gateway for me to learn more about Chicano art. As an artist myself, I am most inspired whenever I view Chicano and Latino art at M.O.L.A.A. in Long Beach, CA, or in the museums and galleries of Texas and New Mexico. I hope to visit the Cheech! at Riverside, CA, soon.
Since my first trip to Mexico in 1982, Coatlicue has been one of my muses. I think the most exciting art being created today is from the Chicano and Latino communities. Thank you for all the work you are doing.
Have you been to Museo del Barrio in New York? I haven’t been yet but it’s on my list.
Dr. Romo, you have provided a precious illuminated gateway for me to learn more about Chicano art. As an artist myself, I am most inspired whenever I view Chicano and Latino art at M.O.L.A.A. in Long Beach, CA, or in the museums and galleries of Texas and New Mexico. I hope to visit the Cheech! at Riverside, CA, soon.
Since my first trip to Mexico in 1982, Coatlicue has been one of my muses. I think the most exciting art being created today is from the Chicano and Latino communities. Thank you for all the work you are doing.