“Ecos del Sol,” a new exhibit of Chicano, Borderña and Fronterizo artwork, will open at the Museum of the Big Bend this Friday, Nov. 15, from 6 to 8 p.m.

The work of eight renowned artists will be showcased, including Gaspar Enriquez, Elisa Jimenez, Luis Jimenez, Antonio Castor L., Francisco Delgado, Adrian Aguirre, Citlali Delgado and Osvaldo Delgado.

With their diverse artistic expressions, these creators delve into themes of identity, heritage and personal journey, inviting viewers to experience and connect with the evolving tapestry of Mexican American regional cultures.

The opening reception will include music by Mariachi Santa Cruz from Presidio and light refreshments. Admission is $20 for the general public and free for museum members.

Several talks and presentations are scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 16.

Between 10:30 a.m. and noon, Elisa Jimenez will discuss “spontaneous couture” and design and fabricate her unique textile work live for the audience. The theme of her creation is Ītzpāpālōtl, the striking Aztec Goddess of war, ruler of Tamoanchan and Queen of Tzitzimimeh. The goddess primarily appears in the form of the Obsidian butterfly, the subject of Jimenez’ creation.

She will also create the couture sculpture “Three Graces” for three people who will be chosen from Sul Ross State University and the citizenry of Alpine.

Many of the other artists will present from 12:30 to 4 p.m.

Work from local Mexican-American artists Yosdy Valdivia, Yasmine Marquez, Tamara Carrasco, Alouy Martinez, Lorina Soza, JD Garcia, Emily Oyama, Ramon Deanda, Irlanda Vargas, Julian Vidales and Rigo Zamarron will be displayed in the hallway gallery.

The exhibit continues through Feb. 15, 2025.

For more information, visit museumofthebigbend.com.

Photo: “Ni Una Mas,” Citlali Delgado. Oil, acrylic and spray paint on canvas. 5×7 ft.