
César A. Martínez American, b. 1944
Red Bato, 2021
Acrylic on Muslin
14 x 11 in
35.6 x 27.9 cm
35.6 x 27.9 cm
César A. Martínez reimagines Mexican-American culture through his own lens, creating a presence of representation when it was lacking, and using his usual style of colorful backgrounds to contrast his...
César A. Martínez reimagines Mexican-American culture through his own lens, creating a presence of representation when it was lacking, and using his usual style of colorful backgrounds to contrast his subjects diversity and spirit behind the silhouette. In "Red Bato", Martínez uses a mixture of Spanish slang and English to make a statement of individuality for every subject he paints, as well as paying homage to photography and architecture.