From Puerto Rican to Nuyorican: Forging Diasporican Art in New York
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Published:December 2024
The chapter delves into the contributions of Carlos Irizarry and Domingo López de Victoria, prominent figures within the avant-garde art movement of Puerto Rico. Coined as part of the “way-out group,” these artists produced distinctive works that diverged from their contemporaries in Puerto Rico. Their ability to navigate between New York and San Juan cultivated a network connecting three art scenes: Puerto Rican, New York, and the diasporic Puerto Rican communities. Despite exhibiting across these scenes, their efforts have been overshadowed. The chapter also examines the clash between the avant-garde and the “Generación del 50,” a group that championed traditional, politically committed art in Puerto Rico. The exploration of Galería El Morro and Puerto Rico Gallery underscores the avant-garde’s intention to break artistic traditions. The chapter highlights the artists’ efforts to bridge cultural and geographical gaps, revealing their role in shaping Puerto Rican and Diasporican art histories.
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