Art transcends borders

Until next Sunday, February 9, 2025, Mexico City will once again be the epicenter of contemporary art thanks to Zona Maco, the largest and most influential art fair in Latin America. In its 21st edition, Zona Maco brings together almost 200 galleries from five continents at the Citibanamex Center, consolidating itself as a visibility platform for emerging and established artists.

Founded in 2002 by Zélika García, the fair has grown to become an inclusive space that encourages dialogue between new and established voices in contemporary art. Attendees can explore four simultaneous fairs that cover a wide range of artistic expressions: Contemporary Art, Design, the Antiques Fair, and Photography. Among the corridors of the extensive venue, it is easy to get lost in the labyrinths of creativity that make up the 199 participating galleries, 39 of which are presenting for the first time.

One of the highlights of the fair is the collaboration between the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) and the Mexican company Axo, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the National Museum of Anthropology. Their stand, entitled “The Intersection of Fashion, Art and Culture,” offers an immersive experience that connects cultural heritage with contemporary fashion, through ceramic pieces and books.

Zona Maco is not only a platform for established figures, but also for emerging talents. Artists such as Ana Hernández and new galleries such as Palma, from Guadalajara, take advantage of this space to connect with collectors and curators. For his part, established artists such as Rafael Lozano-Hemmer present striking works, such as his surveillance piece “Superficial Tension,” which has captured the public's attention for its visual interaction.

Zona Maco continues to position itself as a crucial space for the projection of Latin American art at an international level, promoting the exchange of ideas and the expansion of creative networks.

Photo: Karla Gómez

Photo caption: Zona Maco continues to position itself as a crucial space for the projection of Latin American art.
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