Closing Reception: The Many Lives of the Corn Husk by Yesica Coria

Date: 06/26/2026
Time: 06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Yesica Coria Zavaleta is a graduate of the Faculty of Arts at the University of Veracruz in Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico. where she earned a degree in Graphic Design. For over 12 years, she has worked extensively with corn husk, her signature material, using it in various forms such as sculpture, folk art, and, more recently, abstract art. This artistic journey has led her to teach in a variety of settings, including private schools and nonprofit organizations. She is currently part of Familia de Arte, a community-based group of artists who collaborate to beautify neighborhoods through ceramic murals.

”Corn husk has deeply influenced the way I understand culture beyond my country of origin. Through research and practice, I discovered that this material does not belong to a single place, but has been used around the world in weaving, utilitarian objects, furniture, clothing, and sculpture. My work explores this vast universe of possibilities that exists beyond my own roots, recognizing corn husk as a living material shaped by each culture and each hand that works with it. Through this exhibition, I seek to highlight its capacity for transformation and continuity, while inspiring new generations to preserve and reimagine this tradition.”