Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design presents RISD Business. Sassy Signs and Sculptures an exhibition of new and recent works by artist Alejandro Diaz on view Friday, November 16, 2012 through Sunday, June 9, 2013.
Alejandro Diaz, Happiness Is Expensive, 2008. © Alejandro Diaz. Courtesy of Dorfman Projects, NY. Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design
Ranging from quaint stereotypes of Mexican identity to current socio-economic and art-world commentary, Alejandro Diaz’s text-based works and installations use language as a form of cultural critique and resistance. Conceptual and campy, his humor-infused politics and use of everyday materials are emblematic of his ongoing involvement with art as a form of entertainment, activism, public intervention, and free enterprise. – www.risdmuseum.org
