#Cuban American artists

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Remembering Ana Mendieta

The noted Cuban American artist Ana Mendieta (1948-1985) died on this day, September 8, under still unresolved circumstances. Mendieta, considered one of the most influential Cuban American artists of the post-World War II era, was a sculptor, painter, and video and performance artist best remembered for her "earth-body" works. Her parents sent her and her older sister to the United States after the Cuban Revolution when she was 12. She later earned her BA, MA, and MFA from the University of Iowa, after which she moved to New York City and established an international career.

On September 8, 1985, Mendieta fell to her death from her 34th-floor apartment in Greenwich Village, and to this day it has not been determined whether her death was accidental, a suicide, or murder. In the early 21st century, the Cuban artists collective Ediciones Vigía in Mantanzas created this memorial artists book for Mendieta, with a poem by Cuban poet Nancy Morejón and an English translation by Wake Forest University Spanish professor Linda Howe, in an edition of 200 copies. Since the collective rarely has access to fine materials, their exquisite artists books are made from whatever materials are at hand. In this case, they used recycled industrial papers, photocopy, eggshells, string, and hand and finger prints. Morejón's poem makes explicit and poignant references to her death and her earth-body artwork:

Ana, fragile as lightening on the skies, the most fragile girl in Manhattan, lit up evermore by autumn rains, her story engraved on the moist poignant blinds. From her balcony Ana opened her window to lean out and watch the multitudes pass by. Silhouettes like sand and mud Walking on feet. . . . Ana, hurled into emptiness. Our Ana, Ana of despair, Carved into the hostile cement of Broadway.

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Agustín Fernández (1928-2006)—Satan and Eve (oil on canvas, 1980)

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Blanco Infinitum, Maikel Martinez, 2017

Oil on canvas 20 x 20 in. (50.8 x 50.8 cm)

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Habana, Raúl Cañibano, 2006

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KCHO. Luz propia, 2007.

painted wood, cloth, string, metal, lamps + electrical cable

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A representational artist with a modernist and at times abstract approach, Emilio Sanchez emphasized "pattern, color and strong lighting contrasts.” He was especially taken with 1970 architectural themes, from detailed stained glass windows to abstracted storefronts or city skylines. These images, come from his personal sketchbook, and are a departure from his more rigid, architectural scenes. Here he favors vibrant, organic forms, that are flattened and collapse into one another on the page. I love looking at artist sketchbooks for this reason—it’s wonderful to see the direction that our creativity takes when there isn’t the pressure or preciousness of a finished piece intended for sale or exhibition. 

From The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Print Collection, The New York Public Library Digital Collections, “The Emilio Sanchez Private Sketches,” 1940 - 1999.

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CAMILA CABELLO / MAY 2024

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New character art yayyyyyy (Norwegian/Norsk under cut)

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guess who found out that it’s hispanic heritage month

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Sexypink - Outsoil - A look at Caribbean and Diasporic Artists in exile.

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[Outsoil - forms in exile in the collection of the National Center for Fine Arts]

The Cnap dedicates the second "Zoom" of its collection to exiled artists, inviting curators Estelle Nabeyrat and Pedro de Llano. Discover a new artist each week!

"This selection of 20 works is based on work started in 2017 as part of the Cnap Curatorial Research Fellowship." The title is inspired by the Cnap collection’s “above ground” condition, defined as a “without walls” background, originally intended for circulation.

This survey identified an unreleased set of 26 contemporary artists (1945 to the present). Mostly exiled in France -, they have left the Latin American and Caribbean territories.

Crossing the history of the Cnap’s collection and that of its works with various sources from the social science and the history of art, “Hors-sol” initially sought to propose an updated definition of the term “exile”.

Including artists who have left authoritarian regimes, post-colonial conflict zones as well as skeptics and disappointments of the Cuban Revolution, the different forms of exile encountered range from political exile to the quest for freedom, necessary for artistic expression. The variety of artist profiles, their journeys have allowed to clarify an intersectional problem, which has enriched this research.

This selection, drawn from the corpus we have constructed, takes into account the diversity of forms of exile related to socio-political problems and translates various degrees of liberticidal pressure exerted on artists. "Hors-sol" also offers, throughout the history of the Cnap acquisitions, a unique reading of the policy of welcoming artists exiled in France. »

Estelle Nabeyrat and Pedro de Llano

Visual: "The People of the Parrot Land", Netto, 1979

© D.R./Cnap/Photo : Fabrice Lindor

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Vanguardia Cubana Artwork | Buy Cuban Art in Miami

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1. Vanguardia Cubana: A Legacy of Innovation

Vanguardia Cubana, known for its innovative approach and revolutionary spirit, challenged traditional artistic norms and embraced modernism. This movement played a crucial role in shaping Cuban identity and cultural expression. Collectors interested in political and cultural art will find the works of Vanguardia Cubana particularly compelling, as they often reflect the social and political struggles of the time.

2. Cuban Artists in Miami

Miami's vibrant art scene is home to many talented Cuban artists who draw inspiration from Vanguardia Cubana. These artists create pieces that capture the essence of Cuban culture, history, and political discourse. By purchasing artwork from a Cuban artist in Miami, collectors not only support the local art community but also acquire pieces that are rich in cultural significance and historical context.

3. Political Art Collectors: A Treasure Trove

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Summary:

Purchasing Vanguardia Cubana artwork in Miami at Campins Fine Art is an opportunity to support the thriving community of Cuban artists in the city and join with a significant cultural movement. It's more than simply an investment. For political art collectors, these works offer a profound exploration of historical and contemporary issues, enriching their collections with pieces that are both beautiful and thought-provoking. Explore Miami's art scene and discover the captivating world of Vanguardia Cubana.

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Agustín Fernández (1928-2006) — Bird Woman [oil on canvas, 1991]

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Meditador, nube, río (Meditator, Cloud, River), Tomás Sánchez, 2018

Acrylic on canvas 17 ⅞ x 23 ⅞ in. (45.5 x 60.5 cm)

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Nature’s Silhouettes: Ana Mendieta

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A TRICK OF THE MIND, AND ONE OF THE GREATEST SLEEVE COVERS OF ALL TIME.

PIC(S) INFO: Spotlight on some of the interesting visual details of San Francisco Latin rock band SANTANA's eponymously titled debut album, released on Columbia Records in August 1969. Sleeve artwork by Lee Conklin.

BONUS: The sleeve art was adapted at SANTANA’s request from a poster design originally done for a weekend concert performance at Fillmore West in August 1968, also featured above. Resolution at 1821x2724.

Resolution from largest to smallest: 2448x3264, 1821x2724, 1676x1791, & 616x800.

Sources: www.reddit.com/r/pics/comments/83cvg, www.pinterest.com/pin/501518108474176375, & Record Mecca.

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Carmen Herrera

remembering Carmen Herrera, An Artist, who sold her first painting aged 89. (Cuban/American, 1915-2022) #bornonthisday

https://palianshow.wordpress.com/2023/05/31/carmen-herrera/

Carmen Herrera (May 31, 1915 – February 12, 2022) was a Cuban-born American abstract, minimalist visual artist and painter. She was born in Havana and lived in New York City from the mid-1950s.

Herrera’s abstract works brought her international recognition late in life. via Wikipedia

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