About
Piñatabstract is a celebration and multimedia exploration of the piñata tradition through craft, performance, large scale work and new media. The solo exhibition includes sculptural installations, wearable art, recycled paper, video and ceramic work. It showcases the techniques and aesthetic of the culturally rich iconography of the piñata while at the same time expanding and challenges the notions behind the object, practice and its place within our collective imagination.
Piñata People: Rio, performed by Josuè Rawmirez and Noemi Pratt, photographed by Laura Martinez, 2025.
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Artist Bio
Josuè Rawmirez is a multidisciplinary artist from Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas. He lives and practices in Esto’k Gna land or the Rio Grande Valley along the Texas-Mexico border where he is inspired by the landscapes of the delta, its visual language and everyday practices. Ramírez explores his identity and recontextualizes cultural practices and crafts that question the historic norm and provide a new vision for a shared visual language and experience.
Piñatabstract Opening Reception
February 13, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Be the first to experience Pinatabstract on Friday, February 13 at the IMAS. Meet exhibit artist Josue Rawmirez during the Opening Reception from 5:30-7:00 PM which includes refreshments and special pinata performance art.
IMAS After Dark
February 13, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of art, music, film & refreshments at IMAS After Dark, following Piñatabstract Opening Reception. Special thanks to Entre Film Center for a collaborative film screening, Tarot by Golden Mirror Fortunes, Music set by Cloud Moniet and Pop-Up shops by Palo Santo, Lazarus Vintage, and more.
- IMAS Member – Opening Reception: $0
- General Admission – Opening Reception: $10
- IMAS Member – IMAS After Dark & Opening Reception: $15
- General Admission – IMAS After Dark & Opening Reception: $20
The Reception from 5:30-7:00 PM is free for IMAS Members, and pre-registration is encouraged. Each membership includes complimentary admission for one non-member guest for member events like these. Additional non-member guests may attend for a $10 event admission fee. Additional tickets are available to participate in IMAS After Dark following the reception. Please present your Membership card and photo ID upon entry. Memberships can be purchased online or at the door.
Sobre
Piñatabstract es una celebración y exploración multimedia de la tradición piñata a través de artesanía, rendimiento, trabajo a gran escala y nuevos medios. La exposición en solitario incluye instalaciones escultóricas, arte usable, papel reciclado, vídeo y obras cerámicas. Muestra las técnicas y estéticas de la iconografía culturalmente rica de la piñata, al tiempo que expande y desafía las nociones detrás del objeto, la práctica y su lugar dentro de nuestra imaginación colectiva.
Biografía artista
Josuè Rawmirez es un artista multidisciplinario de Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas. Vive y practica en la tierra de Este’k Gna o en el Valle de Río Grande a lo largo de la frontera entre Texas y México, donde se inspira en los paisajes del delta, su lenguaje visual y sus prácticas cotidianas. Ramírez explora su identidad y recontextualiza las prácticas culturales y artesanías que cuestionan la norma histórica y proporcionan una nueva visión para un lenguaje visual compartido y experiencia.
