Ramòn Saturnino's Abstract Minimalism at Art Basel

At Art Basel, 26-year-old Mexican artist Ramòn Saturnino presents a solo show that defies expectations. Born in San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, he grew up on the US-Mexico border and often creates art about the border wall. However, his work is not political commentary but abstract minimalism, focusing on the structure and psychology of walls, fences, and barricades. He compares himself to Richard Serra, Sol LeWitt, and Donald Judd, aiming to reduce objects to their basic shapes and materials. Saturnino resists being pigeonholed as an identity or migration artist, insisting his practice is about giving viewers space to think beyond his personal views.