La Chola Poblete Opens Two Simultaneous Exhibitions in Madrid at La Casa Encendida and Travesía Cuatro

Argentine trans artist La Chola Poblete, born in Mendoza, is presenting two concurrent exhibitions in Madrid: one at La Casa Encendida and another at Galería Travesía Cuatro. The artist, who first visited Madrid at 18, credits a trip to the Museo del Prado and the city's Chueca neighborhood—where she encountered drag queens, travestis, and non-binary individuals—with inspiring her to pursue art. She describes the experience as transformative, stating it made her feel "much more grounded" and helped her understand her identity. Now returning to Madrid with these shows, she says it "gives me goosebumps to feel that I'm closing a cycle." Poblete emphasizes her desire to occupy museums and galleries, asserting, "I'm not a sellout," and calls for hacking institutions. Her work and statements position her as a disruptive force in the art world, challenging traditional structures from a "brown" perspective. The exhibitions run simultaneously, marking a significant moment in her career and highlighting her growing international presence.