ARTIST STATEMENT
Angélica Contreras is a mixed-media artist who explores the multi-layered relationships between identity, tradition, and popular culture.
Her work celebrates the beauty, resilience, and cultural pride found within Latino communities, where people live, work, and dream, echoing the tradition of magical realism that has long been a cornerstone of Latin American literature and art.
Contreras incorporates acrylic, oil, and collage into her artwork, creating a rich palette of colors and textures. Her use of materials is both calculated and spontaneous, resulting in unusual cultural combinations and visual compositions. Her work serves as a bridge between various communities and cultures while reflecting on her own life experiences.
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