Miguel Calderón
Miguel Calderón is regarded as a seminal figure in Mexico’s independent art scene during the 1990s. His multi-disciplinary work focuses on exploring power relations, in interpersonal (often family) relationships as well as between different groups in society. He draws satirical portraits—always with a respectful regard for marginalized figures—depicting Mexico’s class society, defined by rigid hierarchies. His work often is unified by an ever-present sense of theatricality, questioning the fine line between reality and fiction. Frequently cast from the perspective of an outsider, he highlights the macabre complexity of our position as humans in the universe deftly weaving together mockery, social critique and straightforward emotions. He creates works from a mashup of vernacular references, employing a variety of media, including film, video, photography, sculpture and painting. His exhibitions include Rochester Art Center, The Sao Paolo Biennial, Museo Tamayo, The Yokohama Triennial and Museo Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. He was recipient of: Grants & Commissions Program CIFO - The Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation (2013), Macarthur Fellowship for Film-Video-New Media (2000), The Rockefeller Fellowship (1995).
