Marco Sanchez – Progress Report
A project which I’m currently participating in is called TACULTURA – La influencia cultural del Taco en la Frontera, it is a juried art show depicting the unity along with the cultural influence in the communities of Juarez and El Paso via one of the favorite foods of the area; the taco. The show will benefit Amor Por Juarez, which is a non-profit organization focused on the revitalization of Juarez through the Arts and Culture, it proceeds are largely used to help provide art program workshops and full meals to underprivileged children from the region.
What I’ve done
I’ve eaten tacos in both towns to compare smells, tastes, and in particular the spiciness of the salsas to understand the evolution of the taco.
Taken photos of taco stands, vendors, and people eating tacos in Juarez and El Paso.
Chose the pictures to create the composition for my painting.
What to do next
Draw up a quick sketch of proposed work.
Submit both the sketch and a description that explains said piece.
Get canvas provided by Amor Por Juarez and stretch it.
Begin painting; due date is October 18th.
Attend reception on October 22nd.
By November 1st, I will have been done with this project, hopefully my piece will be sold and/or been chosen as one of eight award recipients.
