Hac Vinent's Disca and Cuir Meshes: Disability Culture as Political Aesthetic

Hac Vinent's artistic approach, which encompasses both sculpture and video, confronts ableist standards through pieces such as "La prótesis que dirigió al órgano contra sí mismo" (2020) and "Accident" (2024). The piece "La prótesis" critiques the use of hearing aids and audist ideals, utilizing materials like plaster, ceramics, and latex, while the video "Hard Persistence" (2020) showcases the challenges of lip-reading. In 2024, "Accident" will be displayed at Fundació Joan Miró, where textiles and chains will alter the basement, obstructing stairways and guiding attendees to an accessible elevator, marked by an LED sign indicating the exhibition is exclusively for disabled individuals. The term "disca" reclaims disability as a source of joy and empowerment, while "cuir" highlights the importance of intersectional solidarity. Vinent’s work critiques neoliberal ableism and fosters dignified environments.