Editor's note: CultureMap is proud to present the latest installment in our partnership with KLRU's documentary series Arts in Context. This unique series celebrates stories about the arts in Austin and the people who make this such a vibrant and creative city.
Austin artist Gerardo Arellano discusses his journey from being an undocumented immigrant to presenting his abstract art at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington. He uniquely blends expressionism and pop art to create what he calls "Border Wave," a style of imagery that is influenced by life on both sides of the U.S./Mexico border.
KLRU-TV, Austin PBS is dedicated to telling stories that entertain, inspire, and change our lives. KLRU highlights what makes Austin unique — whether music, arts, or public issues — by creating and distributing award-winning original content. KLRU produces several series including Austin City Limits, Arts in Context, Central Texas Gardener, Civic Summit, and Overheard With Evan Smith. As a nonprofit educational organization, KLRU also prepares children to succeed in school and creates lifelong learning opportunities for all.
"Abstract is the beginning of a soup of many cultures involved," says Arellano.
