In "Cruzando Borders: A Topography of Decay and Resilience," Gil Rocha explores the complex narratives woven into the landscapes that straddle the U.S.-Mexico border. This body of work is a testament to the persistence of life amidst decay and the undying spirit that refuses to be silenced by the forces of division.

Rocha's work is deeply rooted in his experiences growing up in the 1980s and '90s, a time when he frequently crossed from Laredo, Texas into Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas Mexico to visit friends and family. Later, as a teenager and young adult, he would immerse himself in the vibrant nightlife of the border.

The nightclubs of that era, pulsating with the beats of Cumbias, Hip Hop and Corridos, were more than just places of escape - they were spaces where cultures collided, and stories unfolded. Venturing into Boys Town (La Zona), he witnessed firsthand the raw, unfiltered realities of life along the border. The vibrant colors, women, smells, textures, signs, sounds and neon lights of that spectacle played a vital role in his development as an artist and an indelible mark on his art.

Following the opening reception, the exhibit will be on view through October 19.