The concept of “Indigenismo” (Indianism) was one of the primary themes expressed in the Chicano Art of the 1960’s and 1970’s Custom Essay

    1. The concept of “Indigenismo” (Indianism) was one of the primary themes expressed in the Chicano Art of the 1960’s and 1970’s. What is this concept in relationship to the Chicano experience? Why was it so important to the early Chicano movement? Identify and describe a work of art that clearly illustrates the concept.

    2. Chicano Art was once defined by the initial three criteria or goals. Describe how this criterion has changed? Identify and describe works of art that clearly illustrates this evolution.

    3. Both Chicano Theatre art and Performance Art have their roots in the Mexican traditional form of entertainment known as “Las Carpas”. What are “Las Carpas”? Identify and describe works of art that clearly illustrates their influence, (settings, methods of delivery, character types and purpose)

    4. What is "rascuachismo"? Identify and describe three works of art that clearly illustrates and/or employ this concept.

    5. Chicano Art was once defined by the works of “collectives”, like Los Four, ASCO the CRAF, why collectives? What was their influence or motivation, after Rivera, Orozco and Siqueiros didn’t work as a collective? What about commentary “Chicano/a” artists, do they how to they see themselves?

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