Mexican Modernism Exhibition Proposals
The goal of the Mexican modernist movement was to appreciate Mexico’s pre-hispanic roots, traditions, crafts, etc, and to create a national identity through the arts. One of the biggest influences in this movement are the artisanal designs in Mexico. These unique creations greatly influenced the work and artists of this movement. The style of this movement was influenced deeply by European movements such as Cubism and Surrealism, and among some of the most recognized artists of this movement are Diego Rivera, Frida Kahlo, Luis Barragan, Lola Alvarez, Rufino Tamayo, etc. The goal of the exhibition titled “Modernismo Mexicano” is to showcase the important elements and characteristics that make up this style and to exhibit the work of artisans in Mexico and demonstrate how it influenced modern art. This exhibition is a unique combination of both Modern Mexican art and traditional arts and crafts that relate to these modern pieces. The exhibit would take place in the Casa-Estudio O’Gorman in Mexico City, designed by O’Gorman himself, a famous Mexican architect that took part in this movement,