Opening Reception: Lucha Libre Trans Queer Art Espectacular

Lucha Libre Trans Queer Art Espectacular: uplifting the lives of transgender and queer athletes in new mexico
reception + panel discussion: Saturday, October 19, 4:30-6:30 pm
on view: September 26–November 2, 2024

Harwood Art Center is pleased to present Lucha Libre Trans Queer Art Espectacular: uplifting the lives of transgender and queer athletes in new mexico by Artist in Residence, Gael Luna. This exhibition honors Trans and Queer athletes by portraying their strength and authenticity through visual/multimedia art, culminating in an immersive community celebration. Together, we will interrupt cycles of harmful rhetoric by bringing play, bravado, and Mexican cultural iconography into our Albuquerque communities. This project features portraits of Trans and Queer athletes, along with unique masks and capes that reflect their stories and resiliency in the style of luchadores (Mexican wrestlers).

Gael Luna has worked in the Residency Studio At Harwood Art Center since March 2024. We invite you to join us for an Exhibition Reception & Panel Discussion featuring artist Gael Luna and collaborators whose stories are featured in the exhibition.at Harwood on Saturday, October 19 from 4:30-6:30 pm. This event is free and open to the public.