Eva Marengo Sanchez American, b. 1990
Special Occasion, 2026
Oil on canvas
30 x 40 x 1.5 in
76.2 x 101.6 x 3.8 cm
76.2 x 101.6 x 3.8 cm
Further images
'Special Occasion' pays tribute to the routine of daily life by offering a glimpse into the results of a grocery store trip. On the table, various bags await emptying, revealing...
"Special Occasion" pays tribute to the routine of daily life by offering a glimpse into the results of a grocery store trip. On the table, various bags await emptying, revealing spices, tomato paste, peas, rice, tortilla chips, and corn. These essential Tex-Mex supplies are contained in bags from local favorites like Central Market, HEB, and La Michoacana. While the ingredients are currently distinct, their presence suggests the impending warmth and satisfaction of a shared home-cooked dinner.
Exhibitions
Eva Marengo Sanchez: Any given Monday, Ruiz Healy Art, San Antonio, TX, 2026Literature
Romo, Ricardo. “Latina Artist Eva Marengo Sanchez’s Solo Exhibit Highlights Family Traditions and Cultural Memories.” Latinos in America Substack, June 2, 2026 (illustrated)“Eva Marengo Sanchez: Any given Monday.” Meer, May 28, 2026 (illustrated)
