The year 2024 was marked by the appearance of books that not only conquered the sales charts, but also left a deep impression on readers.
Halloween is just around the corner, and you know what that means—it’s time to get cozy, light some candles (the spooky kind), and dive into a terrifyingly good book!
Books have always been powerful tools for sharing ideas, challenging norms, and sparking debate. While many books are celebrated for their contributions to literature and society, some have faced censorship and bans in various countries. Let's dive into the stories behind five books that have been banned and explore why they stirred such controversy.
It is no secret that Frida Kahlo has been one of the most iconic painters of recent decades. From a blockbuster movie to merchandise of her face on every street corner in Mexico, Frida has captivated millions with her tragic story and incredible willpower. She is an icon of both fashion and feminism. And that's why it must be part of your bucket list to see at least one of her famous paintings in person so you can witness firsthand the pain, the loneliness, the strength, and the identity of her work.
Imagine a white canvas of a special fabric. Now imagine color, lots of colors. Mexican hands with brushes and strokes on that canvas describe Mexico with fashionable tones and designs. Now imagine that this work of art is turned into a piece of clothing: a dress, a cape, a skirt.
Did you know that next Tuesday, April 18, The Museum of Art in San Diego will have a promotion called "Resident Free Tuesday"?
Instituto Municipal de Arte y Cultura de Tijuana and Sparks Gallery Jointly Present “Paisanos México” Exhibition at Sparks Gallery in January 2023
La Revista Binacional was fortunate to be present in a private chat with Hugo Crosthwaite, an artist from Tijuana who is already recognized worldwide by all experts in plastic arts and culture in general.
Tijuana.- With the aim of promoting the appreciation of Latin American art, the San Diego Museum of Art will have an audiovisual presentation on the biographical book of the Mexican plastic artist Alejandra Phelts in an event called "The reinvention of the power of women through through art”, this coming October 29 at 10:30 a.m. in the Museum Boardroom.