Date: 2025
Size: 19.5 x 27.5 inches
Artist: Alejandro Cañer
As opposed to the French who pioneered the lithographic process, Cuban poster production in the 1950s and 60s was primarily centered around silk screening. Images were built up through layers of paint rather than ink, resulting in a poster which more closely resembled a painting than a litho. The printing tradition continues with CartelON, a project devoted to promoting silkscreening in Cuba by organizing graphic design contests where creatives of all ages can be inspired to explore screenprinting.
About the poster: This poster is form from an exhibit about Celia Cruz.Celia Cruz (1925–2003), known as the Queen of Salsa, was a legendary Cuban singer whose powerful voice, vibrant personality, and iconic style transformed Latin music. With her signature cry, “¡Azúcar!”, she became a symbol of joy, resilience, and cultural pride. Throughout her career, she brought Afro-Cuban rhythms to audiences around the world, leaving an enduring legacy as one of the most influential figures in Latin music history.
