LUIS RICO-VALERA PREMIERES SOLO SHOW AT NUWU ARTS LAS VEGAS

Luis Varela-Rico, a Las Vegas-based sculptor renowned for his large-scale metal works, held his first solo exhibition titled Peso Neto in the Fall of 2024 at the Nuwu Art Gallery + Community Center at 1331 S. Maryland Parkway in Las Vegas. The exhibition was organized in collaboration with IndigenousAF and curated by Fawn Douglas.​

Peso Neto, meaning "net weight" in Spanish, featured monumental metal sculptures, some weighing up to a ton. The works delved into heritage, labor, and decolonization themes, reflecting Varela-Rico's Mexican roots and his background as an elevator mechanic. He used his technical skills to create intricate, large-scale pieces resonating with cultural symbolism.​

The exhibition ran through October 26, 2024, and included an artist talk where Varela-Rico discussed his creative process and the significance of his work. For more information on his exhibitions and public art projects, you can visit his official website at luisvarelarico.com.​