Tech and its evolution from tools to wearable devices, its nano privacy disruption, its future without us is presented in a dream from el Tío. A dream illustrated by Carlos Matallana in response to ‘Difference Machines: Technology and Identity in Contemporary Art’ at Wrightwood 659.
About the artist: Carlos Matallana’s (He/Him) illustration tool is ink/pen on paper, He relies on high contrast and its expressionism qualities. Like an anonymous quiet observant, he prefers to illustrate his characters from the back. He enjoys illustrating full body characters standing or in movement, revealing attitudes and feelings through posture or even clothing instead of facial expressions. He published the graphic novel Brea https://manualofviolence.org/ in 2018. Instagram @tropipunk
A spanglish comic series that chronicles displacement. The immigrant journey to find a place they can call home may take generations. Their journey triggers change and inspires other communities to solidify their social thread.
A multi talented Japanese band playing different rhythms, revealing not only proficiency but respect for the music they play. The show took place at Reggies, a venue that highlights the Chicago local scene.
Many youth performances go unnoticed unless you are related to the kids involved. In this comic strip, Carlos Matallana takes us to the youth dance recital at the McFetridge Sports Center.
Mary Lawson interviews Akito Tsuda about his Pilsen Days exhibition and his growth as a photographer.
Samuel Schwindt finds queer cross city connections in their review of Just Below the Surface at the Chicago Art Department.
Multi-media artist, art curator, and critic Gordon Fung, explores the meaning behind the symbols in Al-Atlal (The Ruins) at Sayeda Misa Sourour’s recent exhibition at Comfort Station.