Carmen Lomas Garza Papers and Artworks, 1972-2011
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Creator |
Lomas Garza, Carmen |
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Title |
Carmen Lomas Garza Papers and Artworks |
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Dates: |
1972-2011 |
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Abstract |
Personal papers and original artworks by Mexican American artist and illustrator Carmen Lomas Garza. |
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OCLC Record No. |
N/A |
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Extent |
2 linear feet |
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Language |
Spanish and English |
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Repository |
Benson Latin American Collection, The University of Texas at Austin |
Carmen Lomas Garza was born in Kingsville, Texas, in 1948. Inspired by her parent's activism with the American G.I. Forum, Lomas Garza joined the Chicano Movement of the 1960s and 1970s. She is a graduate of the Texas Arts & Industry University, Juarez-Lincoln/Antioch Graduate School, and San Francisco State University where she earned her M.A. in 1981. Lomas Garza is a recipient of numerous awards and has exhibited her work in galleries and museums across the United States.
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"Cumpleaños de Lala y Tudy," 2003 © Carmen Lomas Garza
The personal papers of artist Carmen Lomas Garza include original artworks, books and manuscripts, press, and printed materials. Artworks currently include nine etchings, one paper cutout and two digital prints. Accessions to the archive are ongoing.
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Access Restrictions
Unrestricted.
Use Restrictions
Standard copyright restrictions apply. Requests for duplication or publication must be directed to the artist.
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The Carmen Lomas Garza Papers and Artworks are classified under the following Subject Headings: |
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Lomas Garza, Carmen--Archives |
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Mexican American art--Pictorial works |
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Hispanic American art--Pictorial works |
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Etchings |
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Cutouts |
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Lomas Garza was the featured guest in the Benson Collection's 2009 ¡A Viva Voz! annual celebration of Mexican American history and culture. An online exhibition of some of the artworks exhibited during the event can be found at
The Benson Latin American Collection also holds published works and video recordings of Ms. Lomas Garza. Consult the University of Texas Libraries' on-line catalog for location information.
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Cite as: Carmen Lomas Garza Papers and Artworks, Benson Latin American Collection, University of Texas Libraries, the University of Texas at Austin.
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Artworks |
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Etchings, 1972-1974: |
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"Curandera," 1974.
Artist proof; 48.3 x 56.4 cm. |
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"Jardín," N.d.
3/10 II; 29.6 x 32 cm. |
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"Lotería - Primera Tabla," 1972.
7/8; 38.2 x 41 cm. |
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"Lotería - Tabla Llena," N.d. [1972]
4/13 II; 42.6 x 53.7 cm [2 versions] |
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The 1972 version is a framed copy of this etching held in oversized framed storage. |
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"Raspas Con Nieve (Corner of Santa Gertrudes and 9th, Kingsville, Texas," 1972.
1/8; 33.7 x 26.4 cm. |
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"Raspas Con Nieve," N.d.
8/10 II; 21.6 x 29.5 cm. |
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"Tabla Favorita de Tía Tencha," 1972.
37 x 46 cm. |
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Untitled [baby], 1972.
23.5 x 28 cm. |
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Paper cutout: |
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"Jugando Canicas," N.d.
Paper cutout; framed, under glass; 26 x 31 cm. |
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Digital Prints, 2003-2011: |
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"Cumpleaños de Lala y Tudi," 2003
IRIS gicléee digital print on paper, 35 x 44.5 in., 7/180. |
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"Empanadas," 2011
EPSON digital reproduction print on archival paper, 24 x 29.5 in., 7/180. |
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Books and Manuscripts |
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Papel picado booklet, 1984
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Magic Windows/Ventanas mágicas book and manuscripts, 1998-1999
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Making Magic Windows book and manuscripts, 1998-1999
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Printed Material |
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T-shirts with Lomas Garza artwork
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Publications with design or artwork by Lomas Garza
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Press |
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"Carmen Lomas Garza: Arte." Magazín: la revista del Mexicano de Tejas 1(9), September 1973.
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