Alejandro Cartagena's Carpoolers Series Acquired by National Gallery of Victoria
The National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne has added Alejandro Cartagena's Carpoolers photographic series to its permanent collection. This project documents workers traveling in pickup trucks in Mexico, blending social commentary with artistic practice. The acquisition highlights institutional recognition of Cartagena's work, which critiques labor and mobility issues.
Key facts
- Alejandro Cartagena's Carpoolers series was acquired by the National Gallery of Victoria
- The series features photographs of workers in pickup trucks in Mexico
- The project combines social critique with artistic expression
- The acquisition occurred in Melbourne, Australia
- This marks institutional validation of Cartagena's photographic work
Entities
Artists
Institutions
Locations
- Melbourne
- Australia
- Mexico