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Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance with Hugo Sanchez and Gerardo Navarro. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana-San Diego art pilgrimage performance piece. Pilgrimage began inside the Sushi Gallery. From there the performers walked to Horton Plaza then back to the Sushi Gallery, about 10 blocks each way. Navarro, Gómez-Peña, and Sanchez during pilgrimage.subject Horn (Musical Instrument) Navarro, Gerardo Crosses Cross-Dressing Sánchez, Hugo (Mexican Artist, Contemporary) Performance Art Mannequins (Figures) Costumes Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Spectators Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Masks Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
East Los Angeles Mural Juxtaposing White American Domestic Life Against Mexican Domestic Life: Detail: Mexican Domestic Life
title East Los Angeles Mural Juxtaposing White American Domestic Life Against Mexican Domestic Life: Detail: Mexican Domestic Lifedescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) East Los Angeles (California) One spot of chipping on the mural looks like the outline of the state of Texas. The word "Texas" was graffitied onto that spot. Paintingsartist/creator Cruz, Manuelsubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Deterioration History Domestic Life Social Classes Laundry Symbolism Texas Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Chicano Park
title Chicano Parkdescription Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintings Photograph of Chicano Park for Marilyn Mulford and Mario Barrera for promotion of their documentary "Chicano Park". Photographsartist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Spanish Land Baron
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Spanish Land Barondescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Judith Hernandez, this detail zooms in on the Spanish land baron, illustrating the "hacendados" who dominated early California. His serape is formed by the land and labor of the Indians which he has taken and used to build the hacienda toward which he looks and where an elegant wedding is taking place. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History Narrative Art Cattle Barons (Noblemen) Agriculture Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Preparation: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Preparation: Performance Stilldescription Carlos Niebla and Gerardo Navarro hanging a painting. Navarro dressed in pilgrimage performance costume. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Artsubject Navarro, Gerardo Cross-Dressing Performance Art Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Costumes Masks Border Art Niebla, Carloscontributor Calisphere -
Voz Libre: Installation
title Voz Libre: Installationdescription A collaborative project by Schnorr, Ochoa, Guillermo Rosette, Yasue Doudera, and Carlos Esparza Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Installation of the mural Voz Libre, which commemorates Pedro J. González, the 1930’s Los Angeles Spanish-language radio pioneer and immigrant labor advocate. Paintings Photographsartist/creator Doudera, Yasue Ochoa, Victor Esparza, Carlos Schnorr, Michael Artenstein, Isaac Rosette, Guillermocontributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo: Performance Still
title Border Brujo: Performance Stilldescription A ritual-linguistic journey across the U.S./Mexico border. In the guise of a cross-cultural shaman, Gómez Peña shifts into 15 different personas, each speaking a different language. Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Collaboration with Emily Hicks and Yasue Doudera Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographscontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance with Hugo Sanchez and Gerardo Navarro. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana-San Diego art pilgrimage performance piece. Pilgrimage began inside the Sushi Gallery. From there the performers walked to Horton Plaza then back to the Sushi Gallery, about 10 blocks each way. Exterior performance held back at Sushi Gallery. Hugo Sanchez climbing fire escape.subject Sánchez, Hugo (Mexican Artist, Contemporary) Performance Art Fire Escapes Mannequins (Figures) Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Kish Tetayawet Dream House Wampkish: Detail
title Kish Tetayawet Dream House Wampkish: Detaildescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Luna and DeSoto's installation focuses on ethnic assimilation and cultural integrity. This seemingly homey house compresses elements from a familiar vocabulary with elements from a language beyond daily experience. Mundane, middle-class comforts mingle with organic reminders of a higher, spiritual reality. Photographs San Diego (California) San Diego Mesa College. Art Gallery Sculpture and Installationssubject Living Rooms Baskets Television Receivers Viewers (Observers) Assimilation (Sociology) Grinding Stones Installations (Visual Works) Home (Concept)contributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo
title Border Brujodescription Altar continuity shot. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Oct. 17, 1989 Day 1, before first shoot Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographscontributor Calisphere -
California Murals Off The Wall: Opening Reception
title California Murals Off The Wall: Opening Receptiondescription Artists revealing and discussing their works to the spectators: Barbara Carrasco, Michael Schnorr, David Avalos, Juan Laguna and others. Reception events included traditional Mexican dances. Footage of an extensive interview with Senior Lopez, one of the artists. Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Film, Audio, Video and Digital Artartist/creator Unknownsubject Mexican American Art Political Art Interviews Documentary Films Receptions Dance Exhibitions (Events)contributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo: Film Still
title Border Brujo: Film Stilldescription A performance art monolog which examines linguistic and cultural stereotypes. Written and performed by Guillermo Gómez-Peña, produced and directed by Isaac Artenstein, Cinewest. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Emily Hicks lighting the votive candles. Altar by Felipe Almada. Film, Audio, Video and Digital Art Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Artsubject Hicks, Emily Altars Film Stills Shamanism Performance Art Experimental Films Costumes Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Border Realities Iii: Reception
title Border Realities Iii: Receptiondescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Installation. Sculpture and Installations The exhibition, Border Realities III, is the third in an annual series presented by the Border Arts Workshop/Taller de Arte Fronterizo, a group of artists concerned about the border.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance by Carlos Niebla and rock band Mercado Negro called 'Dios en la Tierra,' or 'God on Earth. The message is that liberty is the most precious possession in life. Performed at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery in connection with art exhibit featuring Tijuana artists. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana Artists Exhibit on display from October 15 through November 19, 1988.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Political Art Performance Art Fences Rock Groups Performing Artists Border Art Niebla, Carloscontributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo: Performance Still
title Border Brujo: Performance Stilldescription A ritual-linguistic journey across the U.S./Mexico border. In the guise of a cross-cultural shaman, Gómez Peña shifts into 15 different personas, each speaking a different language. Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Collaboration with Emily Hicks and Yasue Doudera Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographscontributor Calisphere -
A World Of Burros: Performance Still
title A World Of Burros: Performance Stilldescription California State University, San Diego Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs Still from performance held at the California State University, San Diego, 1982. Photographs of the performance were taken by Isaac Artenstein of Cinewest. Teatro Vivo is a traveling theater troupe made up of three Guatemalan exiles and a Frenchman. Their performances are meant to inform the audience about the struggles facing Guatemalans. A World of Burros is a five-act play focusing on the life of a struggling family of burros that move from the poor countryside to a new kind of poverty in the city. Two out of the four original troupe members are Carmen Samayoa and Pierre Le Pichon.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Mural: Musicians Performing For A Group Of Women And Children: Detail
title Mural: Musicians Performing For A Group Of Women And Children: Detaildescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintingsartist/creator Rivera, Diegocontributor Calisphere -
Latins Anonymous: Promotional Video Shoot
title Latins Anonymous: Promotional Video Shootdescription Café Cinema, San Diego (California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Latins Anonymous began when four Latino actors (Luisa Leschin, Diane Rodriguez, Armando Molina and Rick Najera), tired of Hollywood stereotyping Latinos as anonymous drug lords and pregnant maids, decided to write a comedy for themselves that would lampoon Latino cliches. Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs The filming of Latins Anonymous promotional video at Cafe Cinema, San Diego.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance by Carlos Niebla and rock band Mercado Negro called 'Dios en la Tierra,' or 'God on Earth. The message is that liberty is the most precious possession in life. Performed at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery in connection with art exhibit featuring Tijuana artists. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana Artists Exhibit on display from October 15 through November 19, 1988.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Political Art Performance Art Fences Rock Groups Musicians Performing Artists Border Art Niebla, Carloscontributor Calisphere -
California Murals Off The Wall
title California Murals Off The Walldescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintings Part of California Murals Off the Wall Exhibition held at the Centro Cultural de la Raza, San Diego, California, March 1983. Photographs Preparing the video camera for taping artist in action.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Penny Envy: Performance Still
title Penny Envy: Performance Stilldescription A performance of comedy and music by Mexican-born actress/writer Yareli Arizmendi and musician Sergio Arau. The title derives from Arizmendi's comic skits, which poke fun at Mexican-American economic relations. Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographscontributor Calisphere -
Americans Or Last Tango In Huahuatenango: Performance Still
title Americans Or Last Tango In Huahuatenango: Performance Stilldescription Americans or Last Tango In Huahuatenango is a musical comedy of tropical and topical intrigue, set in a tiny fictitious Central American republic called San Martin. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs Photographs taken by Isaac Artenstein.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
1992: Performance Still
title 1992: Performance Stilldescription A performance trilogy deconstructing the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus 500 years previous. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Most of Gómez-Peña’s characters are hybrids, half traditional and half contemporary, half Mexican and half Chicano. During the performance the characters undergo constant transformations seen through overlapping props, costumes and makeup. Each character articulates within himself a series of cultural contradictions which are at the core of the US-Latino experience. Museum of Contemporary Art (Los Angeles, California) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographssubject Political Art Humor Imperialism Satire (Artistic Device) Performance Art Costumes Gesture Veilscontributor Calisphere -
California Murals Off The Wall
title California Murals Off The Walldescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) David Avalos wearing his Dia de los Muertos mask. In the background are works by Manuel Montoya and Victor Ochoa. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintings Part of California Murals Off the Wall Exhibition held at the Centro Cultural de la Raza, San Diego, California, March 1983. Photographssubject Avalos, David Mexican American Art Political Art Painting All Souls' Day Exhibitions (Events) Masks Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Woman With A Flag
title Woman With A Flagdescription Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintingsartist/creator Singh, Arturocontributor Calisphere -
Americans Or Last Tango In Huahuatenango: Performance Still
title Americans Or Last Tango In Huahuatenango: Performance Stilldescription Americans or Last Tango In Huahuatenango is a musical comedy of tropical and topical intrigue, set in a tiny fictitious Central American republic called San Martin. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs Photographs taken by Isaac Artenstein.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
California Murals Off The Wall
title California Murals Off The Walldescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Cultural center visitors observing the exhibition preparations. Artist David Avalos in background. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintings Part of California Murals Off the Wall Exhibition held at the Centro Cultural de la Raza, San Diego, California, March 1983. Photographsartist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
1992: Performance Still
title 1992: Performance Stilldescription A performance trilogy deconstructing the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus 500 years previous. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Most of Gómez-Peña’s characters are hybrids, half traditional and half contemporary, half Mexican and half Chicano. During the performance the characters undergo constant transformations seen through overlapping props, costumes and makeup. Each character articulates within himself a series of cultural contradictions which are at the core of the US-Latino experience. Museum of Contemporary Art (Los Angeles, California) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 20,000 B.C. Pre-Historic California
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 20,000 B.C. Pre-Historic Californiadescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. The initial segment, designed by Kristi Lucas, begins in 20,000 BC when the animals whose bones were found in the La Brea Tar Pits still wandered among the plants and trees native to the area. By 10,000 BC, as Indians migrated to the Americas, perhaps on a land bridge, the Chumash Indian peoples settled in this region. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Animals--Fossil Mural Painting And Decoration History La Brea Pits (Calif.) Mammoths Migration, Internal Narrative Art Bering Land Bridge Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore; Immigrants
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore; Immigrantsdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. The concluding 100 feet of first summer's work. It pays homage to the new wave of immigrants and their labor, important in the development of this region. Designed by Isabel Castro, the section begins with an image showing these new arrivals in a wave of flags which indicated their varied origins. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decoration History Employees Narrative Art Immigrants Symbolism California Flagscontributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo, Sushi Performance: Still From Performance
title Border Brujo, Sushi Performance: Still From Performancedescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Artartist/creator Gómez-Peña, Guillermocontributor Calisphere -
1992: Performance Stills
title 1992: Performance Stillsdescription A performance trilogy deconstructing the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus 500 years previous. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Most of Gómez-Peña’s characters are hybrids, half traditional and half contemporary, half Mexican and half Chicano. During the performance the characters undergo constant transformations seen through overlapping props, costumes and makeup. Each character articulates within himself a series of cultural contradictions which are at the core of the US-Latino experience. Museum of Contemporary Art (Los Angeles, California) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographssubject Lighting Political Art Humor Imperialism Satire (Artistic Device) Performance Art Costumes Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Candles Headdresses Flagscontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance with Hugo Sanchez and Gerardo Navarro. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana-San Diego art pilgrimage performance piece. Pilgrimage began inside the Sushi Gallery. From there the performers walked to Horton Plaza then back to the Sushi Gallery, about 10 blocks each way. Exterior performance held back at Sushi Gallery. Navarro, Gómez-Peña, and Sanchez during pilgrimage.subject Horn (Musical Instrument) Navarro, Gerardo Crosses Cross-Dressing Sánchez, Hugo (Mexican Artist, Contemporary) Performance Art Mannequins (Figures) Costumes Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Spectators Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Masks Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance with Hugo Sanchez and Gerardo Navarro. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana-San Diego art pilgrimage performance piece. Pilgrimage began inside the Sushi Gallery. From there the performers walked to Horton Plaza then back to the Sushi Gallery, about 10 blocks each way. Navarro, Gómez-Peña, and Sanchez during pilgrimage.subject Horn (Musical Instrument) Navarro, Gerardo Crosses Cross-Dressing Sánchez, Hugo (Mexican Artist, Contemporary) Performance Art Mannequins (Figures) Costumes Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Spectators Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Masks Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: World War I, Female Nurses Helping A Wounded Soldier
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: World War I, Female Nurses Helping A Wounded Soldierdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The 1978 project continues where the first 1000 feet left off. From this point forward, Baca exerted more control over the design, which resulted in more stylistic unity and an evolving complexity in the transitions between the sections and linkages between historical incidents. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California) Women in the war experience.artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decoration Soldiers--Wounds And Injuries History World War, 1914-1918 Narrative Art Nurses Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacre
title Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacredescription Detail of art piece, Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana, Mexico. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Photographs Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana (Baja California, Mexico)artist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Political Art Massacres Tlatelolco Massacre (Mexico City, Mexico : 1968) Viewers (Observers) Soldiers Pedestrian Areas Memorials Bannerscontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance with Hugo Sanchez and Gerardo Navarro. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana-San Diego art pilgrimage performance piece. Pilgrimage began inside the Sushi Gallery. From there the performers walked to Horton Plaza then back to the Sushi Gallery, about 10 blocks each way. Navarro and Gómez-Peña during pilgrimage.subject Horn (Musical Instrument) Navarro, Gerardo Crosses Cross-Dressing Performance Art Mannequins (Figures) Costumes Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Spectators Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Masks Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Beauty Of Our People: Detail
title Beauty Of Our People: Detaildescription Avenida Cesar Chavez at Soto St. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) East Los Angeles (California) Mural designed by John Valadez, painted by Irma Ayala, Glenna B., Carlos Callejo, Barbara Carrasco, Daniel Cruz, Susan Fierro, Frank Gonzalez, Leo Limon, Frank Marin, Jose Marin, Manuel Martinez, Irma Medina, Jose Medina, Joe Rodriguez, and Rodney Sakai. The mural reads, "1978 Citywide murral Project/Public Art Center. This is the last mural sponsored by the city of Los Angeles." Mural was painted over in 1983 with another mural titled El Corrido de Boyle Heights by the East Los Streetscapers. Paintings The Beauty of our People is in our Culture, The Strength of our Culture lies within our Struggleartist/creator Carrasco, Barbara Valadez, John Limon, Leo Avila, Glenna Boltuch Callejo, Carlos Sakai, Rodney Yepes, Georgesubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Pride And Vanity Symbolism History Narrative Art Faces Mexican Americanscontributor Calisphere -
Chicano Park: Death Of A Farmworker: General View
title Chicano Park: Death Of A Farmworker: General Viewdescription As an accompaniment to Death of a Farmworker an enclosed vegetable garden was built by the artists at the base of the mural. The sign mounted on the fence read: In memory of all the farm workers who have struggled for a better life - the artists. The garden and statue are no longer in situ. The top of the mural depicts a human hand, left, and an agricultural tool, right, both grabbing onto either teeth of a gear or the rays of the sun. Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) La Tierra es de Quien La Trabaja Con Sus Propias Manos. 1879-1919 E. Zapata (The land belongs to he who works it with his own hands. 1879-1919 E. Zapata) Paintingssubject Hair Bridges Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Agricultural Laborers History Strikes Vegetable Gardening Parks Symbolism Agriculture California Sculpturecontributor Calisphere -
California Murals Off The Wall: Artists Michael Schnorr, Jauan Lagua, And David Avalos Working On Their Projects
title California Murals Off The Wall: Artists Michael Schnorr, Jauan Lagua, And David Avalos Working On Their Projectsdescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Film, Audio, Video and Digital Art Michael Schnorr attaching curtain shaped canvas to main canvas, Juan Laguna painting, and David Avalos building frame for his project. Isaac Artenstein directing.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Preparation: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Preparation: Performance Stilldescription Carlos Niebla hanging a painting. Guillermo Gómez-Peña and Gerardo Navarro observing in pilgrimage performance costume. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Artsubject Navarro, Gerardo Cross-Dressing Performance Art Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Costumes Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Masks Border Art Niebla, Carloscontributor Calisphere -
Chicano Park
title Chicano Parkdescription Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintings Photograph of Chicano Park for Marilyn Mulford and Mario Barrera for promotion of their documentary "Chicano Park". Photographsartist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Hacienda
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Haciendadescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focuses on a hacienda, typical of New Spain. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Haciendas Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration History Weddings Narrative Art Courtyards Symbolism California Fountainscontributor Calisphere -
Voz Libre: Installation
title Voz Libre: Installationdescription A collaborative project by Schnorr, Ochoa, Guillermo Rosette, Yasue Doudera, and Carlos Esparza Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Installation of the mural Voz Libre, which commemorates Pedro J. González, the 1930’s Los Angeles Spanish-language radio pioneer and immigrant labor advocate. Michael Schnorr and David Avalos. Paintings Photographsartist/creator Doudera, Yasue Ochoa, Victor Esparza, Carlos Schnorr, Michael Artenstein, Isaac Rosette, Guillermocontributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo: Performance Still
title Border Brujo: Performance Stilldescription A ritual-linguistic journey across the U.S./Mexico border. In the guise of a cross-cultural shaman, Gómez Peña shifts into 15 different personas, each speaking a different language. Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Collaboration with Emily Hicks and Yasue Doudera Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographscontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance with Hugo Sanchez and Gerardo Navarro. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana-San Diego art pilgrimage performance piece. Pilgrimage began inside the Sushi Gallery. From there the performers walked to Horton Plaza then back to the Sushi Gallery, about 10 blocks each way. Exterior performance held back at Sushi Gallery. Crowd of spectators outside Sushi Gallery.contributor Calisphere -
Kish Tetayawet Dream House Wampkish: Detail
title Kish Tetayawet Dream House Wampkish: Detaildescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Luna and DeSoto's installation focuses on ethnic assimilation and cultural integrity. This seemingly homey house compresses elements from a familiar vocabulary with elements from a language beyond daily experience. Mundane, middle-class comforts mingle with organic reminders of a higher, spiritual reality. Photographs San Diego (California) San Diego Mesa College. Art Gallery Sculpture and Installationssubject Living Rooms Television Receivers Viewers (Observers) Assimilation (Sociology) Branches (Plant Components) Bedrooms Installations (Visual Works) Home (Concept)contributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo: Film Still
title Border Brujo: Film Stilldescription A performance art monolog which examines linguistic and cultural stereotypes. Written and performed by Guillermo Gómez-Peña, produced and directed by Isaac Artenstein, Cinewest. Altar by Felipe Almada. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Film, Audio, Video and Digital Art Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Artsubject Altars Film Stills Shamanism Performance Art Experimental Films Costumes Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo
title Border Brujodescription Day 3 scene Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Wardrobe and makeup continuity shots.subject Studios (Work Spaces) Monologues Shamanism Performance Art Experimental Films Costumes Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacre
title Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacredescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Photographs Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana (Baja California, Mexico) Rock band Mercado Negro and performance artist Carlos Niebla performing in Tijuana as part of the commemorative events held on the twentieth anniversary of the Tlatelolco student massacre. Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana, Mexico.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo: Performance Still
title Border Brujo: Performance Stilldescription A ritual-linguistic journey across the U.S./Mexico border. In the guise of a cross-cultural shaman, Gómez Peña shifts into 15 different personas, each speaking a different language. Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Collaboration with Emily Hicks and Yasue Doudera Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographscontributor Calisphere -
Border Realities Iii: Reception: Detail
title Border Realities Iii: Reception: Detaildescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Installation. Photographs Sculpture and Installations The exhibition, Border Realities III, is the third in an annual series presented by the Border Arts Workshop/Taller de Arte Fronterizo, a group of artists concerned about the border.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Estrada Courts: Dreams Of Flight
title Estrada Courts: Dreams Of Flightdescription Boyle Heights (Los Angeles, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) East Los Angeles (California) Estrada Courts (housing complex) Estrada Courts is a low-income housing project in the Boyle Heights area of Los Angeles, California and is well known for its murals, which reflect the Chicano barrio culture and traditions of the area. In this mural, Botello's first solo mural, the artist reveals some of his childhood fantasies about flying. Paintingsartist/creator Botello, Davidsubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Flight Boys History Dreams Eagles Low-Income Housing Animals, Mythical Fantasy Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Stilldescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Percussionists during collaborative performance by Carlos Niebla and rock band Mercado Negro called 'Dios en la Tierra,' or 'God on Earth. The message is that liberty is the most precious possession in life. Performed at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery in connection with art exhibit featuring Tijuana artists. . Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana Artists Exhibit on display from October 15 through November 19, 1988.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Political Art Performance Art Fences Rock Groups Drummers (Musicians) Performing Artists Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
A World Of Burros: Performance Still
title A World Of Burros: Performance Stilldescription California State University, San Diego Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs Still from performance held at the California State University, San Diego, 1982. Photographs of the performance were taken by Isaac Artenstein of Cinewest. Teatro Vivo is a traveling theater troupe made up of three Guatemalan exiles and a Frenchman. Their performances are meant to inform the audience about the struggles facing Guatemalans. A World of Burros is a five-act play focusing on the life of a struggling family of burros that move from the poor countryside to a new kind of poverty in the city. Two out of the four original troupe members are Carmen Samayoa and Pierre Le Pichon.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance by Carlos Niebla and rock band Mercado Negro called 'Dios en la Tierra,' or 'God on Earth. The message is that liberty is the most precious possession in life. Performed at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery in connection with art exhibit featuring Tijuana artists. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana Artists Exhibit on display from October 15 through November 19, 1988.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Political Art Performance Art Fences Rock Groups Performing Artists Border Art Niebla, Carloscontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance by Carlos Niebla and rock band Mercado Negro called 'Dios en la Tierra,' or 'God on Earth. The message is that liberty is the most precious possession in life. Performed at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery in connection with art exhibit featuring Tijuana artists. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana Artists Exhibit on display from October 15 through November 19, 1988.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Political Art Performance Art Fences Rock Groups Musicians Performing Artists Border Art Niebla, Carloscontributor Calisphere -
California Murals Off The Wall
title California Murals Off The Walldescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) David Avalos working on La Placa, which is part of his overall project titled Loteria Chicana. Victor Ochoa's Busting Luz is in the background. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintings Part of California Murals Off the Wall Exhibition held at the Centro Cultural de la Raza, San Diego, California, March 1983. Photographsartist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Penny Envy: Performance Still
title Penny Envy: Performance Stilldescription A performance of comedy and music by Mexican-born actress/writer Yareli Arizmendi and musician Sergio Arau. The title derives from Arizmendi's comic skits, which poke fun at Mexican-American economic relations. Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographscontributor Calisphere -
Americans Or Last Tango In Huahuatenango: Performance Still
title Americans Or Last Tango In Huahuatenango: Performance Stilldescription Americans or Last Tango In Huahuatenango is a musical comedy of tropical and topical intrigue, set in a tiny fictitious Central American republic called San Martin. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs Photographs taken by Isaac Artenstein.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
California Murals Off The Wall
title California Murals Off The Walldescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) David Avalos wearing his Dia de los Muertos mask. In the background are works by Manuel Montoya and Victor Ochoa. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintings Part of California Murals Off the Wall Exhibition held at the Centro Cultural de la Raza, San Diego, California, March 1983. Photographssubject Avalos, David Mexican American Art Political Art Painting All Souls' Day Exhibitions (Events) Masks Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Chicano Park: Death Of A Farmworker
title Chicano Park: Death Of A Farmworkerdescription Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Contains a quote from Emiliano Zapata; translation: The land belongs to him who works it with his own hands. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintingssubject Death Hair Bridges Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Workers History Strikes Parks Symbolism Agriculture Californiacontributor Calisphere -
1992: Performance Still
title 1992: Performance Stilldescription A performance trilogy deconstructing the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus 500 years previous. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Most of Gómez-Peña’s characters are hybrids, half traditional and half contemporary, half Mexican and half Chicano. During the performance the characters undergo constant transformations seen through overlapping props, costumes and makeup. Each character articulates within himself a series of cultural contradictions which are at the core of the US-Latino experience. Museum of Contemporary Art (Los Angeles, California) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographscontributor Calisphere -
California Murals Off The Wall
title California Murals Off The Walldescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintings Part of California Murals Off the Wall Exhibition held at the Centro Cultural de la Raza, San Diego, California, March 1983. Photographs Victor Ochoa working on his painting titled Busting Luz.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacre
title Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacredescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Photographs Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana (Baja California, Mexico) Rock band Mercado Negro and performance artist Carlos Niebla performing in Tijuana as part of the commemorative events held on the twentieth anniversary of the Tlatelolco student massacre. Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana, Mexico.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Tlatelolco Massacre (Mexico City, Mexico : 1968) Memorials Spectators Rock Groups Performing Artistscontributor Calisphere -
Americans Or Last Tango In Huahuatenango: Performance Still
title Americans Or Last Tango In Huahuatenango: Performance Stilldescription Americans or Last Tango In Huahuatenango is a musical comedy of tropical and topical intrigue, set in a tiny fictitious Central American republic called San Martin. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs Photographs taken by Isaac Artenstein.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
1992: Performance Still
title 1992: Performance Stilldescription A performance trilogy deconstructing the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus 500 years previous. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Most of Gómez-Peña’s characters are hybrids, half traditional and half contemporary, half Mexican and half Chicano. During the performance the characters undergo constant transformations seen through overlapping props, costumes and makeup. Each character articulates within himself a series of cultural contradictions which are at the core of the US-Latino experience. Museum of Contemporary Art (Los Angeles, California) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographssubject Popular Culture Political Art Humor Imperialism Native American Satire (Artistic Device) Performance Art Costumes Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Maskscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaide And 1868 Sojourners
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaide And 1868 Sojournersdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. California History: Prehistoric thru 1920s Joaquin Murieta, a legendary Mexican Robin Hood, fights for the oppressed: The landless who "squat" on the state; the "hanging tree" victims of prejudice; and the Indians who are slaughtered with the coming of the "Iron Horse". Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Murieta, Joaquín Railroads History Violence Narrative Art Immigrants Symbolism Gold Mines And Mining Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1,000 A.D. Early Californians
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1,000 A.D. Early Californiansdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Christina Schlesinger, this section provides an overview of Chumash Indians' practical and spiritual life as it might have been in 1000 A.D. A vision in which human and animal spirits mingle expresses the Chumash religious sentiments. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Spirits Mural Painting And Decoration Chumash Indians History Eagles Animals Visions Hunting And Gathering Societies Narrative Art Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
California Murals Off The Wall: Artists Talking About Their Works
title California Murals Off The Wall: Artists Talking About Their Worksdescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) David Avalos explaining the idea behind his art piece and how it will come together. Using a slide image taken during the 1979 San Ysidro, CA National Protest March against the Carter Curtain/border fence. Avalos' three dimensional, interactive piece titled Loteria Chicana is both political and playful. Chicano poet Eligiso talking about his poetry, Michael Schnorr speaking with a Hispanic artist about his life, and Barbar Carrasco explaining her sketch "LA History of Mexican Perspective" which highlights important people and events in Mexican Culture of Los Angeles. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Film, Audio, Video and Digital Artartist/creator Unknownsubject Avalos, David Mexican American Art Political Art Documentary Films Mexican American Poetry (Spanish) Schnorr, Michael Maps Carrasco, Barbara, 1955- Poetscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore; World Ward I
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore; World Ward Idescription A collaborative project by Judy Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The Great Wall was initially a beautification project proposed by the Army Corps of Engineers in 1974. Under the direction of Baca, the mural transformed into a bold illustration of the history of California from the state's prehistoric past to the struggles of its ethnic minorities for civil rights and equality. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. The concluding 100 feet of first first summer's work. It pays homage to the new wave of immigrants and their labor, important in the development of this region. The segment continues with the invention of the car and airplane, which shaped the development of 20th century California. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Automobiles Mural Painting And Decoration History Airplanes Technological Innovations Employees World War, 1914-1918 Narrative Art Medals Immigrants Symbolism Horizon Agriculture California Flagscontributor Calisphere -
Guillermo Gómez-Peña Studio At Sushi Gallery
title Guillermo Gómez-Peña Studio At Sushi Gallerydescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Guillermo Gómez-Peña kept a studio within the same building that housed the Sushi Gallery. Photographs Props for the performance Border Brujo. San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Artartist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Mexican American Artcontributor Calisphere -
Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacre: Libertad Banner
title Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacre: Libertad Bannerdescription Art piece, Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana, Mexico. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Photographs Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana (Baja California, Mexico)artist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Political Art Massacres Tlatelolco Massacre (Mexico City, Mexico : 1968) Viewers (Observers) Pedestrian Areas Memorials Guevara, Che, 1928-1967contributor Calisphere -
La La La Awards
title La La La Awardsdescription Begins with a parody of Alcoholics Anonymous meeting with jokes about Latino identity politics (Latins Anonymous). Next a parody of an awards/variety show, La La La Awards (Latins Anonymous Lifetime Achievement Awards) with a Cheech Marin impersonator as host. Talk show host interrogates family involved in the L.A. riots. Charo performs and speaks about bilingualism. Weather report parody jokes about Latin American cultural stereotypes. Café Cinema, San Diego (California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Film, Audio, Video and Digital Art Latins Anonymous is made up of actors/writers Luisa Leschin, Diane Rodriguez, Armando Molina, and Chris Franco. Introduction skit filmed at Café Cinema in San Diego.artist/creator Unknownsubject Mexican American Art Political Art Comedy Sketches Humor Television Talk Shows Riots Weather Reporting Alcoholics Anonymous Bilingual Individuals Satire (Artistic Device) Performance Art Television Programs Parody Charocontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance with Hugo Sanchez and Gerardo Navarro. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana-San Diego art pilgrimage performance piece. Pilgrimage began inside the Sushi Gallery. From there the performers walked to Horton Plaza then back to the Sushi Gallery, about 10 blocks each way. Exterior performance held back at Sushi Gallery. Gómez-Peña and Sanchez during pilgrimage.subject Horn (Musical Instrument) Sánchez, Hugo (Mexican Artist, Contemporary) Performance Art Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Costumes Spectators Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance with Hugo Sanchez and Gerardo Navarro. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana-San Diego art pilgrimage performance piece. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Navarro and Gómez-Peña during pilgrimage.subject Horn (Musical Instrument) Navarro, Gerardo Crosses Cross-Dressing Performance Art Mannequins (Figures) Costumes Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Spectators Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Masks Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Estrada Courts: Moratorium: The Black And White Mural
title Estrada Courts: Moratorium: The Black And White Muraldescription A monochromatic photo-realistic montage portraying the 1970 Chicano Moratorium, a local anti-Vietnam War protest that was attacked by the Sheriff's Department. Other imagery condemns police brutality in the barrio. In 1979 Herrón returned to paint (in color) himself embracing his wife (lower right corner). Boyle Heights (Los Angeles, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) East Los Angeles (California) Estrada Courts (housing complex) Estrada Courts is a low-income housing project in the Boyle Heights area of Los Angeles, California and is well known for its murals, which reflect the Chicano barrio culture and traditions of the area. Paintingssubject Protests Mexican American Art Graffiti Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism Herrón, Willie (American Muralist And Performance Artist, Born 1951) History Vietnam War, 1961-1975 Low-Income Housing Photorealist Self-Portraits Faces California Barrio calligraphycontributor Calisphere -
Beauty Of Our People: Detail
title Beauty Of Our People: Detaildescription Avenida Cesar Chavez at Soto St. Contemporary scene of Chicanos in Los Angeles. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) East Los Angeles (California) Mural designed by John Valadez, painted by Irma Ayala, Glenna B., Carlos Callejo, Barbara Carrasco, Daniel Cruz, Susan Fierro, Frank Gonzalez, Leo Limon, Frank Marin, Jose Marin, Manuel Martinez, Irma Medina, Jose Medina, Joe Rodriguez, and Rodney Sakai. The mural reads, "1978 Citywide murral Project/Public Art Center. This is the last mural sponsored by the city of Los Angeles." Mural was painted over in 1983 with another mural titled El Corrido de Boyle Heights by the East Los Streetscapers. Paintings The Beauty of our People is in our Culture, The Strength of our Culture lies within our Struggleartist/creator Carrasco, Barbara Valadez, John Limon, Leo Avila, Glenna Boltuch Callejo, Carlos Sakai, Rodney Yepes, Georgesubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Pride And Vanity History Narrative Art Reflections (Perceived Properties) Faces Mexican Americanscontributor Calisphere -
Chicano Park: Death Of A Farmworker: Detail Of Chained Farmworkers Picking Lettuce
title Chicano Park: Death Of A Farmworker: Detail Of Chained Farmworkers Picking Lettucedescription A seemingly peaceful scene of cultivation, however, upon closer look the harvesters are chained to boxes containing produce. Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintingssubject Bridges Mexican American Art Agriculture Mural Painting And Decoration Agricultural Laborers History Strikes Parks Symbolism Chains Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacre
title Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacredescription Carlos Niebla, Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana, Mexico. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Photographs Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana (Baja California, Mexico)artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Chicano Park: Death Of A Farmworker
title Chicano Park: Death Of A Farmworkerdescription Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintingssubject Hair Bridges Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration History Strikes Parks Symbolism Agriculture Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance with Hugo Sanchez and Gerardo Navarro. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana-San Diego art pilgrimage performance piece. Pilgrimage began inside the Sushi Gallery. From there the performers walked to Horton Plaza then back to the Sushi Gallery, about 10 blocks each way. Gómez-Peña during pilgrimage.subject Horn (Musical Instrument) Performance Art Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Costumes Spectators Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1868 Sojourners; Chinese Massacre Of 1871
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1868 Sojourners; Chinese Massacre Of 1871description A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focuses on the Chinese massacre of 1871, a racially motivated riot on October 24, 1871, when a mob of white men entered Los Angeles' Chinatown to attack, rob and murder Chinese residents of the city. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decoration Massacres Immigrants History Violence Narrative Art Chinese Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Ruledescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focuses on soldiers raising the Mexican Flag, staking claim to California. Mexico governed California until 1843, the sword and the Bible marching hand in hand. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Flags--Mexico Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration History Soldiers Narrative Art Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Preparation: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Preparation: Performance Stilldescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Gerardo Navarro, dressed in pilgrimage performance costume, joking around before the evening's events begin. Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Artsubject Navarro, Gerardo Cross-Dressing Performance Art Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Costumes Masks Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Chicano Park
title Chicano Parkdescription Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Paintings Photograph of Chicano Park for Marilyn Mulford and Mario Barrera for promotion of their documentary "Chicano Park". Photographsartist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Voz Libre: Installation
title Voz Libre: Installationdescription A collaborative project by Schnorr, Ochoa, Guillermo Rosette, Yasue Doudera, and Carlos Esparza. Barrio Logan (San Diego, California) Chicano Park (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Installation of the mural Voz Libre, which commemorates Pedro J. González, the 1930’s Los Angeles Spanish-language radio pioneer and immigrant labor advocate. Michael Schnorr and David Avalos. Paintings Photographsartist/creator Doudera, Yasue Ochoa, Victor Esparza, Carlos Schnorr, Michael Artenstein, Isaac Rosette, Guillermocontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: Tijuana-San Diego Art Pilgrimage: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance with Hugo Sanchez and Gerardo Navarro. Performed in connection with the Tijuana Art Exhibit held at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery, San Diego. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana-San Diego art pilgrimage performance piece. Pilgrimage began inside the Sushi Gallery. From there the performers walked to Horton Plaza then back to the Sushi Gallery, about 10 blocks each way. Exterior performance held back at Sushi Gallery. Hoisting mannequin up to fire escape.subject Performance Art Fire Escapes Mannequins (Figures) Pilgrims And Pilgrimages Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
We The Razas Live In The Barrios But We Do Not Own The Barrios: Detail
title We The Razas Live In The Barrios But We Do Not Own The Barrios: Detaildescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) East Los Angeles (California) East Los Angeles mural painted on the wall of a coin operated laundromat. Paintings Viva La Raza Unida, Hasta La Victoriaartist/creator Cruz, Manuelsubject Mexican American Art Graffiti Mural Painting And Decoration Deterioration History Television Receivers Violence Narrative Art Symbolism California Radio And Television Towerscontributor Calisphere -
Kish Tetayawet Dream House Wampkish: Detail
title Kish Tetayawet Dream House Wampkish: Detaildescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Luna and DeSoto's installation focuses on ethnic assimilation and cultural integrity. This seemingly homey house compresses elements from a familiar vocabulary with elements from a language beyond daily experience. Mundane, middle-class comforts mingle with organic reminders of a higher, spiritual reality. Photographs San Diego (California) San Diego Mesa College. Art Gallery Sculpture and Installationssubject Living Rooms Baskets Television Receivers Viewers (Observers) Assimilation (Sociology) Branches (Plant Components) Grinding Stones Installations (Visual Works) Home (Concept)contributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo: Performance Still
title Border Brujo: Performance Stilldescription A ritual-linguistic journey across the U.S./Mexico border. In the guise of a cross-cultural shaman, Gómez Peña shifts into 15 different personas, each speaking a different language. Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Collaboration with Emily Hicks and Yasue Doudera Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographscontributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo: Production
title Border Brujo: Productiondescription A performance art monolog which examines linguistic and cultural stereotypes. Written and performed by Guillermo Gómez-Peña, produced and directed by Isaac Artenstein, Cinewest. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Film, Audio, Video and Digital Art Photographs Production equipment for viewing the performance as it is being recorded. San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Artsubject Altars Television Receivers Film Stills Shamanism Performance Art Experimental Films Costumes Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo
title Border Brujodescription Day 3 scene Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Wardrobe and makeup continuity shots.subject Monologues Shamanism Performance Art Experimental Films Costumes Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Border Realities Iii: Reception: Detail
title Border Realities Iii: Reception: Detaildescription Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Installation. Photographs Sculpture and Installations The exhibition, Border Realities III, is the third in an annual series presented by the Border Arts Workshop/Taller de Arte Fronterizo, a group of artists concerned about the border.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacre
title Commemoration Of The Twentieth Anniversary Of The Tlatelolco Student Massacredescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Photographs Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana (Baja California, Mexico) Rock band Mercado Negro and performance artist Carlos Niebla performing in Tijuana as part of the commemorative events held on the twentieth anniversary of the Tlatelolco student massacre. Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana, Mexico.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Still
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth: Performance Stilldescription Collaborative performance by Carlos Niebla and rock band Mercado Negro called 'Dios en la Tierra,' or 'God on Earth. The message is that liberty is the most precious possession in life. Performed at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery in connection with art exhibit featuring Tijuana artists. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana Artists Exhibit on display from October 15 through November 19, 1988.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Political Art Performance Art Fences Rock Groups Musicians Performing Artists Border Art Niebla, Carloscontributor Calisphere -
Border Brujo: Film Still
title Border Brujo: Film Stilldescription A performance art monolog which examines linguistic and cultural stereotypes. Written and performed by Guillermo Gómez-Peña, produced and directed by Isaac Artenstein, Cinewest. Altar by Felipe Almada. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Film, Audio, Video and Digital Art Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Artsubject Altars Film Stills Shamanism Performance Art Experimental Films Costumes Gómez-Peña, Guillermo Border Artcontributor Calisphere -
Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earth
title Tijuana Artists Exhibit: God On Earthdescription Backstage preparations for collaborative performance by Carlos Niebla and rock band Mercado Negro called 'Dios en la Tierra,' or 'God on Earth. The message is that liberty is the most precious possession in life. Performed at Sushi Performance and Art Gallery in connection with art exhibit featuring Tijuana artists. Guillermo Gómez-Peña was the emcee for the performance. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs San Diego (California) Sushi Performance & Visual Art Tijuana Artists Exhibit on display from October 15 through November 19, 1988.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaaccontributor Calisphere -
A World Of Burros: Performance Still
title A World Of Burros: Performance Stilldescription Artist David Avalos working on La Placa, which is part of his overall project titled Loteria Chicana. Centro Cultural de la Raza (San Diego, California) Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographs Still from performance held at the California State University, San Diego, 1982. Photographs of the performance were taken by Isaac Artenstein of Cinewest.artist/creator Artenstein, Isaacsubject Avalos, David Political Art Mexican American Art Costume Acting Satire (Artistic Device) Theater Traveling Theatercontributor Calisphere -
1992: Performance Still
title 1992: Performance Stilldescription A performance trilogy deconstructing Christopher Columbus's discovery of America 500 years previous. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Most of Gómez-Peña’s characters are hybrids, half traditional and half contemporary, half Mexican and half Chicano. During the performance the characters undergo constant transformations seen through overlapping props, costumes and makeup. Each character articulates within himself a series of cultural contradictions which are at the core of the US-Latino experience. Museum of Contemporary Art (Los Angeles, California) Performing Arts (including Performance Art) Photographssubject Political Art Humor Imperialism Native American Satire (Artistic Device) Performance Art Costumes Gesture Headdressescontributor Calisphere