One of the most prolific artists in South Texas, Paul Valadez, treats us to yet another inspired solo exhibition. His insights into aspects of our lives are made visual in “American Raspa,” on display at UTRGV’s Visual Arts Gallery. “American Raspa” consists of paintings and collages installed in related sets.
Raspas are a combination of layered elements, shaved ice covered with colorful flavorings. “American Raspa” implies much the same; its paintings boast pleasant images and shapes filled with pastel colorings.
Valadez says that these works are just fun, and certainly the subject matter and the bright colors pulled from the raspa flavors are lighthearted. With deliciously coordinating raspa flavors, the exhibit begins with a series of
Raspas are a combination of layered elements, shaved ice covered with colorful flavorings. “American Raspa” implies much the same; its paintings boast pleasant images and shapes filled with pastel colorings.
Valadez says that these works are just fun, and certainly the subject matter and the bright colors pulled from the raspa flavors are lighthearted. With deliciously coordinating raspa flavors, the exhibit begins with a series of