In-dependencia, libertad e igualdad en el contexto latinoamericano. Contraimagen y contrapoder visual

Abstract

Throughout the history, the Latin American region has been the scene dispute between the great hegemonic power, both for its immeasurable natural wealth and, for the strategic importance in the achievement of political, economic and military interests. Thus, after numerous liberation struggles in search of autonomy, the post-independence subjugation remains in validity, limiting its possibilities for growth and development. Can we consider that Latin America is independent? This question intended to be discussed and represented throughout this degree work through the elaboration of contemporary artwork, where the material and the conceptual content are related to personal interpretation from historical events that reflect the lack of freedom of the region.