"Borderland Masks" Exhibition and Reception

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10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 22 to Nov. 1, 2024

“Borderland Masks” is a collaborative project developed by MFA candidate Andrés Caballero with the support of the Mellon-Fronteridades Graduate Fellowship and with support from the Tinker Field Research Grant.

It began with oral history recordings that culminated in a series of multimedia pieces telling the stories of a group of Lucha Libre wrestling fans around the US/Mexico border. The exploration of this tradition within the context of the borderlands emphasizes its role as a cultural and social force.

By collaborating with the Lucha Libre community and delving into the personal stories of its followers, the exhibition fosters a greater understanding of this folkloric practice and its impact on individual and collective identities.

Caballero is a graduate student in the School of Art’s Photography, Video and Imaging program.

Reception will be on on October 24 at 4pm in Rombach Gallery.

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