Mexican Print Collective
Mexican Prints Collective is the initiative of Joel Rendón and Alessandro Molatore, with the aim of promoting, disseminating, and internationalizing Mexican printmaking.
Over these years, we have encountered and acknowledged a profound passion for printmaking, lithography, and various other forms of artistic printing, not only in our own work but also in the endeavors of fellow artists. Today, Mexican Prints represents the culmination of collaborative efforts from its contributors, each of whom dedicates their time and expertise to contribute to the advancement of national printmaking from their unique perspectives
La Diablita de Ometusco, Joel Rendón
CIPACTLI, el origen del tiempo / Carmen Parra (2)
CIPACTLI, el origen del tiempo / Carmen Parra (1)
Joel Rendon
Joel Rendón, a significant Mexican graphic artist born in Itzocan, Puebla, now residing in Mexico City, has crafted an extensive body of work over decades, encompassing diverse artistic expressions such as sculpture, painting, drawing, murals, experimental cinema, and notably printmaking in all its forms.
His impact extends beyond his artwork, as he created the popular "Estampa al minuto" TV segments, simplifying printmaking techniques with everyday materials, thereby making it accessible to a broader audience. Rendón's creative contributions span illustrations for various media, album covers for Mexican rock bands like "La Barranca," and even the design of mezcal labels, cementing his influence in both cultural and commercial realms. His artistic imprint can be seen in public spaces, including renowned restaurants in Coyoacán, and his work has achieved international recognition, leaving a lasting mark on Mexican art and beyond.
Carmen Parra (cdmx)
Carmen Parra, born in Mexico City in 1944, is a Mexican painter with an extensive career focused on themes related to Mexico's cultural heritage. Through numerous exhibitions, she has successfully bridged the gap between the past and present with her distinctive graphic style and chromatic play. An ardent advocate for the preservation of Mexico's cultural and natural heritage, as well as various humanitarian causes, Carmen has devoted over 40 years to conserving the monarch butterfly and, since 2010, has worked with the Mexican golden eagle.
She played a role in establishing the "Refugio salvaje," the first sanctuary for the conservation of the golden eagle. Her diverse body of work has earned her the title of "polígrafa," as she has explored a wide array of themes and interests in her art.
Rebecca Lope de nava (Gdl)
Originally from Guadalajara, Mexico, she is a distinguished engraver for her study of architecture as a means of human expansion. Her work expresses a path to introspection through color, rhythm and delicacy, questioning the "dwelling" and "eternal footprint" left by our ancestors.
