COMMUNITY
Performance by Artist in Residence Semi
At Casa Lü, you'll encounter a vibrant network of residents, hosts, collaborators, local artists, and visitors. This diverse community creates a unique, enriching environment where artists are encouraged to create and connect through their work, fostering both creative exchange and growth.
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Hosts
Our dedicated team of full-time and part-time collaborators ensures the smooth operation of the residency. They work tirelessly behind the scenes, contributing to the supportive atmosphere that Casa Lü is known for.
Michelle Saenz, Residency Coordinator and Main Host.
Guadalupe Quesada, Co-founder, Co-director, and Enrolment Office.
Vicente Quesada, Co-founder, Co-director, and Operations Manager.
Amado Cabrales, Concept development guide.
Mireya Lastiri, Tour Guide and lecturer.
Mariana Lagort, Exhibition text guide and translator.
Nelson Peralta, Chief of Maintenance and Groundskeeper.
Rubén Garay, Photographer.
Carmen Herrera, Housekeeper.
Mari Nogales, Housekeeper.
Mauricio Soto, Groundskeeper.
Celebrating our traditional "Posada"
Visitors
Artists, curators, and art professionals visit Casa Lü, providing valuable feedback and fresh perspectives that shape new directions in our residents' artistic practices. Some of our visitors are:
Resident Julia Signe presents her work and receives feedback from Amado Cabrales (Casa Lü's conceptual guide) and guest gallerists Karen Huber.
Local Artists
We collaborate with both established and emerging artists from Mexico City's vibrant art scene. Through studio and exhibition visits, we facilitate exchanges that enrich and deepen the creative process. Some of the local artists we visit are:
Marcos Gonzáles "Foreman" studio visit.
Jimena Neon Mood studio visit.
Local Studios
Our local studio partners, specializing in printmaking, ceramics, and other mediums, support Casa Lü’s mission. These spaces offer residents the chance to deepen their practice, explore new techniques, and receive assistance from skilled artists to create meaningful and impactful art. Some of the studios we work with are:
S A R A — Sociedad Anónima Reproducción Autogestiva
Rodrigo Flores gives a guided tour of the TACO studios, located in downtown Tlalpan, to residents Taussen Brewer and Aldo Islas along with Mireya Lastiri.