In 'La Cita Mayor' Luis Oscar Figueroa García combines contemporary collage techniques with traditional Mexican cultural iconography. The composition vibrates with energetic layers and textures, producing a dynamic visual narrative....
In "La Cita Mayor" Luis Oscar Figueroa García combines contemporary collage techniques with traditional Mexican cultural iconography. The composition vibrates with energetic layers and textures, producing a dynamic visual narrative. The contrast between the somber figures in the foreground and the surreal, colorful background creates tension, symbolizing the fusion of historical and modern realities.
Drawing from his deep connection to indigenous and folkloric traditions, the piece is rich in symbolism, reflecting on themes of ritual, celebration, and collective identity. The masks worn by the figures echo the cultural heritage of traditional dances and festivals from Guerrero, while bold lines and abstract elements inject a contemporary urgency into the scene.
The layered materials—acrylic, printed photography, and cotton paper—add a tactile quality to the piece, inviting the viewer not only to observe but to reflect on the intersection of past and present in modern Mexican life. "La Cita Mayor" is a testament to Figueroa García's exploration of cultural hybridity, tradition, and the evolving Mexican identity in a global context.