GEGO: Measuring Infinity at The Guggenheim

Now at the Guggenheim Museum in New York City, there is a spectacular new exhibition dedicated to the legendary Venezuelan sculptor Gertrud Goldschmidt, better known as Gego. The exhibition titled "Measuring Infinity" showcases Gego's incredible kinetic constructions that seem to climb, twist, and dangle in mid-air, creating a mesmerizing display of movement and light.

Curated by Pablo León de la Barra Curator at Large, Latin America, and Geaninne Gutiérrez-Guimarães, Associate Curator, "Gego: Measuring Infinity", grounds the artist's practice in the artistic contexts of Latin America that flourished throughout her prolific career in two- and three-dimensional works across a variety of mediums.

Visitors to the exhibition are treated to a stunning collection of Gego's work, including her famous "Chorros" series, which features delicate wire sculptures that appear to flow like water, and her "Bichitos" series, which consists of small, whimsical sculptures that seem to come to life as they move.

With its bold use of materials and dynamic forms, "Measuring Infinity" offers a unique and exciting look at the work of one of the most innovative sculptors of the 20th century, an exhibition not to be missed, on display until September 2023.

Carla Fernández Fashion House. A Manifesto of Mexican Style

Until June 25 2023 - Franz Mayer Museum, Mexico City.

Designer Carla Fernandez has made a name for herself in Mexico's fashion scene by creating garments that aim to preserve cultural traditions and indigenous textile techniques. The exhibition showcases 57 looks and explores the collaborative processes of design and artisanal production in Fernandez's work, celebrating Mexico's living cultures and using her global platform to promote sustainability. Read more 

Is Rosalía’s Concert in Mexico’s Zócalo Really ‘Free’?

Rosalía, the Barcelona-born singer, is scheduled to perform a free concert on April 28 at the Zócalo in Mexico, the largest public square in Latin America. However, there has been public outcry as the event is using public resources from Mexico City's local government.

While it’s unclear whether the Catalan artist will charge for the concert, reports suggest she may receive approximately $700,000 (over 12 million pesos). Many people are protesting, arguing that the money could be better spent addressing other pressing issues in Mexico City, such as maintaining the metro or addressing water scarcity. El Financiero.

Speaking of Rosalía…

Meet Tayhana, her award-winning producer.

The 33-year-old Argentine artist and producer won the Latin Grammy for Best Album of the Year (2022) for her work on Rosalía's "Motomami". Tayhanna produced the track "Cuuuuuuuuuute" for the album. Read more. Listen to her music here.

Bad Bunny's Headlining Debut Highlights the Bad of Coachella

Puerto Rico native Bad Bunny makes history as the first Latin American to headline the Coachella Music Festival this Friday. Ironically it might be his song "El Apagón" (The Blackout), which is likely to resonate with the marginalized Latin American community living in the festival's namesake city, where an overwhelming 96% of the population belongs to this demographic. Blackouts are a common occurrence and largely ignored. Read the piece by Tess García for R29

Mexico Emerges as the Top Wellness Tourism Destination in Latin America

Mexico has become Latin America's main wellness tourism destination, with a market valued at $10 billion, which is four times larger than Brazil's second-largest market in the region, valued at an estimated $2.5 billion. Visitors to Mexico demand "saying goodbye to stress”. In Latin America and the Caribbean, spending on wellness tourism amounts to $26 billion per year, growing twice as fast as the global growth rate in this sector. CoolHunter.MX.

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