Jorge Manilla
Some Moments to Remember (Brooch), 2016
Wood, acryl gypsum, silk, and brass
5 1/2 x 4 1/4 x 2 inches
Courtesy of the Artist
Photography: Alexandra Colmenares Cossio

Made in Mexico: Contemporary Art Jewelers with Mexican Heritage

October 16, 2016 – February 5, 2017

Not afraid to use jewelry to share stories or reflect emotion, many contemporary art jewelers create work that is thought-provoking and engaging. Even when not being worn, their pieces can reflect the personal, social, and cultural. This exhibition features the work of three artists who use nonprecious materials to explore their Mexican heritage. In addition to investigating ideas and issues that have personal meaning, Lorena Angulo, Jorge Manilla, and Georgina Treviño create works that speak to the influence of collective histories and shared experiences.

The diversity of materials represented by these artists corresponds to the innovation of contemporary art jewelry worldwide. Whether they have a metalsmithing background or not, many of those creating art jewelry freely utilize whatever medium best suits their working style, has specific meaning for them, and/or suits their artistic vision.

More About the Exhibition

Exhibition Gallery Notes (PDF)

Press Room

Artists in the Exhibition

Lorena Angulo, Jorge Manilla, and Georgina Treviño

Made in Mexico: Contemporary Art Jewelers with Mexican Heritage

October 16, 2016 – February 5, 2017
Jorge Manilla
Some Moments to Remember (Brooch), 2016
Wood, acryl gypsum, silk, and brass
5 1/2 x 4 1/4 x 2 inches
Courtesy of the Artist
Photography: Alexandra Colmenares Cossio

Not afraid to use jewelry to share stories or reflect emotion, many contemporary art jewelers create work that is thought-provoking and engaging. Even when not being worn, their pieces can reflect the personal, social, and cultural. This exhibition features the work of three artists who use nonprecious materials to explore their Mexican heritage. In addition to investigating ideas and issues that have personal meaning, Lorena Angulo, Jorge Manilla, and Georgina Treviño create works that speak to the influence of collective histories and shared experiences.

The diversity of materials represented by these artists corresponds to the innovation of contemporary art jewelry worldwide. Whether they have a metalsmithing background or not, many of those creating art jewelry freely utilize whatever medium best suits their working style, has specific meaning for them, and/or suits their artistic vision.

More About the Exhibition

Exhibition Gallery Notes (PDF)

Press Room

Artists in the Exhibition

Lorena Angulo, Jorge Manilla, and Georgina Treviño

Gallery of Work

Exhibitions at RAM are made possible by:

Platinum Sponsors

The Estate of Karen Johnson Boyd
David Charak
Judith and David Flegel Fund
Ron and Judith Isaacs
Racine Community Foundation logo
United Way Of Racine County logo
Barbara Waldman
Windgate Foundation

Diamond Sponsors

Ruffo Family Foundation
Ruth Arts Foundation

Gold Sponsors

Anonymous
Osborne and Scekic Family Foundation
Reliance Controls Community Fund
Trio Foundation of St. Louis
W.T. Walker Group, Inc.
Wisconsin Arts Board 50th Anniversary Logo

Silver Sponsors

Anonymous
Baird
Beta Diagnostic Labs
A.C. Buhler Family
Ben and Dawn Flegel
Friends of Fiber, International
Sharon and Tom Harty
Horizon Retail Construction, Inc.
Johnson Financial Group
Dorothy MacVicar
Jan Serr and John Shannon

Bronze Sponsors

Dave’s Wine Garage
Educators Credit Union
Express Employment Professionals
Lucy G. Feller
Bill and Debbie Keland
Susan Manalli
Norbell Foundation
JoAnna Poehlman
Twin Disc

Media Sponsor

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