AGBS invites you to a performance featuring artist José Villalobos on Wednesday, December 2, from 6 - 8 pm. The performance will take place outside of the Gordon White Building along Whitis Ave.

The performance will begin at approximately 7 pm. Refreshments will be provided, and a closing gathering will take place after the performance concludes. Parking can be found in the San Antonio Parking Garage, street parking along Guadalupe, and street parking along Dean Keaton.

This program is free and open to all. RSVP below! 

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Experience a live performance by José Villalobos that brings to life the central themes explored throughout his artistic practice.

Using his body, the surrounding environment, and symbolic materials such as roses and clothing, he invites the audience to explore the connection between this new performance and his work, La Espera (2023) featured in AGBS’s current exhibition, Made in Texas.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

José Villalobos, born in 1988, hails from the dynamic border region between El Paso, TX, and Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. Growing up amidst the cultural tapestry of these sister cities, he developed a unique perspective that would later shape his artistic endeavors. Featured in many collections, his art continues to inspire and provoke thought, making a lasting impact on the artistic landscape. José Villalobos's journey is a testament to the power of art to transcend borders, tell compelling stories, and foster connections across diverse cultures. 

 Villalobos earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio, laying the foundation for a remarkable artistic journey. His creative bravery has garnered widespread recognition, including the prestigious Joan Mitchell Painters & Sculptors Award, the Tanne Foundation Award, and recently was named as a Stepping Stone Fellow from the Trellis Art Fund. Villalobos has also been chosen for several esteemed residency programs, such as the Joan Mitchell Foundation Residency Program, Artpace International Artist Residency, Fountainhead Artist Residency and the CALA Alliance Residency in Phoenix, Arizona and recently the Apapacho Artist Residency by ProArtes Mexico in CDMX. His work has graced the walls of nationally and internationally acclaimed exhibitions, solidifying his presence in the contemporary art scene.