A Triumphant Tribute to Latine Visual Culture
Forty-six entities displayed zines, academic books, textiles, and artwork — some even made in real time — at the third edition of The Latinx Project’s La Feria.
La Feria, a day-long media and print fair organized by The Latinx Project at New York University (NYU), made a triumphant return for its third edition on October 3, 2023. As the northeastern coast basked in a welcome break from humidity, forty-six entities gathered to celebrate contemporary media and affirm the significance of Latinx/e art within the art historical narrative.
The festival showcased a diverse array of exhibits, encompassing zines, academic books, textiles, and prints of varying sizes, each representing a multitude of printmaking techniques. Notably, several pieces were even created on-site, demonstrating the dynamic nature of the art form.
While artists were encouraged to apply for a table, participation in La Feria was free of charge, setting it apart from other art and media fairs that often impose fees. This commitment to accessibility aligns with the festival's ethos of fostering experimentation and inclusivity.
La Feria also served as a platform for connecting publishers and organizations with artists, reinforcing the spirit of collaboration and access that lies at the core of printmaking. Essye Klempner, the director of Programming and Partnerships at the Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts' Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop (RBPW), was among the presenters. She showcased works produced by both RBPW staff and workshop members, including artists Shellyne Rodriguez, Belinda Lee Medina, and Moses Ros.
Klempner emphasized the exhibition's focus on the broader ecosystem of the printing workshop community, highlighting the contributions of interns and other participants. "What you see here is a collection of work by artists that use the workshop. This includes the work of interns, to show the true ecosystem of printing workshop communities," she told Hyperallergic.
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