The American continent is divided into two large regions as different as night and day: the English-speaking North America and the Spanish-speaking South America. The contiguity of both regions has made travel between territories accessible and common. However, many of those from the south has sought to live in the north permanently, raise their family there and find better-paying jobs. Many have defied the odds to cross the borders and begin a new life on the other side.

From these passionate and courageous people sprang a crop of notable Hispanic Americans whose achievements have made Hispanic culture a prominent one among the "melting pot" of cultures and races that is the United States of America.

Chicano Visions: American Painters on the Verge

Exhibition Overview

Appearing July 22 - October 22 at the de Young Museum in San Francisco, Chicano Visions: American Painters on the Verge is a traditional art exhibition presenting the works of a wide range of the country’s Chicano and Chicana artists. Veteran artist, curator and facilitator René Yañez fronts the unparalleled exhibition, which is predominately comprised of pieces from actor/entertainer Cheech Marin’s private collection. Featuring the work of 26 artists, Chicano Visions is one of the most powerful Chicano art exhibitions to travel nationwide.

Presented by Target, sponsored by Hewlett-Packard and produced by Evergreen Exhibitions, the exhibition serves to advance and support the cause to establish Chicano art as a recognized school of art, while helping inspire a new generation of artists and art enthusiasts within our communities.

The majority of Chicano Visions: American Painters on the Verge is comprised of paintings of oil or acrylic on canvas, and pastel drawings.

Works by the following artists are included in the exhibition:

Carlos Almaraz David Botello Charles “Chaz” Bojórquez Melesio Casas Gaspar Enríquez Diane Gamboa Margaret García Rupert García Carmen Lomas Garza Raul Guerrero Glugio “Gronk” Nicandro Wayne Alaniz Healy Adan Hernández

Ester Hernández Leo Limón Gilbert “Magu” Lujan César Martínez Frank Romero Alex Rubio Marta Sánchez Eloy Torrez Jesse Treviño John Valadez Patssi Valdez Vincent Valdez George Yepes