William Gaber Explores Borders and Belonging in 'Umbrales' at Casa de Vacas, Madrid

Key facts

• "Umbrales," a solo exhibition by Mexican artist William Gaber, is on view at Centro Cultural Casa de Vacas in Madrid's Parque del Retiro until 25 October.
• The show is curated by Fran Bravo and managed by XinkuArt Gallery.
• The opening reception is Thursday 1 October at 19:00, with the artist, the curator and cultural figures attending.
• The classical ballet duo 'Enlazadas' will perform at the opening, linking Gaber's painting with dance.
• The exhibition brings together several lines of research Gaber developed over recent years in a single itinerary.
• Works span painting, sculpture and installation, with recurring motifs including lines, geometries, architectural structures, shadows and birds.
• Named works include 'Vecino,' 'Una raya en el agua,' 'Es sólo un juego,' 'Piedra sobre piedra (se construye un muro),' 'Cada quien su isla,' 'Permeabilidad' and the series 'Monumentos.'
• The bird figure Thó, linked to the cultural imaginary of Yucatán, appears in the exhibition.
• Admission is free, with opening hours Monday to Sunday from 10:00 to 21:00 at Paseo de Colombia, Parque de El Retiro, Madrid.