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SUMMARY:Art Opening -- Taco Wars Correspondence: New Works by Moe Profane
DESCRIPTION: \nBihl Haus Arts is pleased to present “Taco Wars Correspondence: New Works by Moe Profane.” The exhibition opens with a reception on Saturday\, July 23rd\, from 6 to 9 pm. The evening features live music\, libations\, and of course\, tacos! \nAs a self-described Iconoclast\, Moe Profane refuses to prostrate himself “before the subjectively sacred. By exposing the absurdity of true symbolic meaning\, I show that nothing is absolute. Through the rational defusing of sacred or taboo topics\, I shift the viewer’s perspective\, reflecting back a more empathetic and relativistic view of the world. Rather than just a snotty faced sneer at conventional thought\, however\, I present positive guides towards independent thinking\, free of the subconscious manipulations of rituals\, archetypes or traditions. It is in this context that the personal\, cultural and biological purpose of my Relativist Pop Art is revealed\, justifying a place for myself within Art’s broad expanse.” \nIn “Taco War Correspondence\,” Moe writes that he is “inspired by the South Texas Taco Culture and how the normally complementary relationship between San Antonio and Austin recently became so strained. Nationwide\, tacos have been enjoying a surging popularity\, but what is perhaps a trend for other parts of Texas and the United States has been a way of life in San Antonio and a source of cultural identity based on a long culinary history dating back deeply into pre-colonial Mexico. This popularity has not only resulted in a greater consumption of tacos but more discussions of where to find the best ones. Rivalries between regions and cities that are deep rooted in many factors are recast in a more contentious spirit through tacos as questions are raised regarding authenticity\, tradition and race. Suddenly a simple Mexican sandwich can be the vehicle for heated debate. \nThe taco is no longer just a taco\, but a metaphor for colonial animosity and ancient grudges. Instead of mocking the symbolic power of the taco\, however\, this show holds a mirror up to all soldiers of the taco culture wars\, allowing them to see and better understand the source of their anger\, and provides a way for others to understand why tacos are such a touchy subject for San Antonians. \n
URL:http://www.sanantoniopeace.center/event/art-opening-taco-wars-correspondence-new-works-by-moe-profane/
LOCATION:2803 Fredericksburg Rd. \, San Antonio\, TX\, 78201\, United States
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