TIFFANY MORENO
Con Cariño: Works by Tiffany Moreno
April 5 - June 8, 2019
“Con Cariño” is an exploration of the natural tension between loss and healing. Humor and heartbreak are juxtaposed in imagery that feels both familiar and foreign. Strange characters and common objects are steeped in cultural iconography and playful phrases that create dissonance. But rather than a sheepish chuckle in an awkward situation, this work is meant to be tongue in cheek in the face of pain.
Opening Reception: Friday, April 5, 7-9pm
Gallery Talk: Saturday, April 13, 4pm
Emma S. Barrientos
Mexican American Cultural Center
600 River St. Austin, TX
Empowerment Through The Arts Conference
Tiffany Moreno Artist Presentation
Con Cariño: Finding the Humor in Heartbreak
In this artist workshop, Tiffany Moreno will introduce her most recent body of works titled “Con Cariño” which explores the natural tension between loss and healing. The session will begin with a discussion about cultural dichos (sayings) that loved ones might share to make you laugh during a time of sorrow and loneliness. Then, participants (mother-daughter pairs) will have the opportunity to collaborate and paint on a shared canvas their own representation of an image or saying that symbolizes finding strength in times of pain.
In this particular conference, we will focus on the arts and the celebration of our cultural identity as women and Latinas. Find YOUR inner artist, dancer and writer as we dare to express ourselves!
Con Mi MADRE, which translates to “with my mother,” is a non-profit organization in Austin, TX that serves Latina youth and their mothers. Their mission is to empower young Latinas and their mothers through education and support services to increase preparedness, participation, and success in post-secondary education. They start with Latinas in 6th grade and follow them through post-secondary degree attainment.
LA MUJER - A Celebration of Womxn
Gallery Talk: Tiffany Moreno 4/13 @4pm
ESB-MACC is teaming up with Frida Friday ATX to produce an incredible celebration of womxn inspired by the first feminist in the New World; Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz. This annual event will include artisans, entrepreneurs, authors, and musicians, along with an afternoon full of hands-on activities. Performers will take the main stage on the Zócalo (outdoor plaza) as well as inside our auditorium.
Exhibitions “Con Cariño” by Tiffany Moreno and “El Muro y El Ocelote” by Yareth Fernandez will be on display in SZC and Community Galleries from April 5-June 8 and the artists will both give gallery talks on their artistic process during La Mujer.
Emma S. Barrientos
Mexican American Cultural Center
600 River St. Austin, TX