March 2 – April 1, 2028
Opening Reception: Friday, March 3, 2028
My art explores a yearning to reconnect with my ancestors and family across the US/Mexican border. I intentionally choose to use found materials that are related to my home and my upbringing, such as using abandoned wood pallets, leftover carpentry projects, soil and artisanal techniques passed down from my father, which I would then paint on. By looking through old family photographs, VHS tapes, letters, and listening to oral stories told by my parents and other relatives, I have been able to slowly piece together who I am made from.
Nataly Barajas is the proud daughter of Mexican immigrants; born and raised in southeast Fresno, California. As an artist and curator, Barajas explores what it means to be a first-generation American: the yearning, grief, anger and the pride, love and community that all comes with being. Through painting, video and installations, Barajas is able to nurture their Mexican roots and build a home on this American soil.
They attended Fresno City College and transferred to California State University East Bay to complete their undergraduate studies. Barajas received their BFA in Fine Arts Practice in May 2021. They also received their Associates in Graphic Communications in May 2024 from Fresno City College.
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