Genesis 19:39

Colectiva Genesis 19:39, an innovative artist collective formed by Chilean-Canadian artist Lautaro Reyes and Puerto Rican-Canadian artist Alejandro Romero, emerges in 2024 as a transformative force in the exploration of cultural identities and social histories. Drawing inspiration from the rich cultural tapestry of Latin America, the collective reimagines, recreates, and reinterprets historical narratives, bringing them into the Canadian context through participatory installations and social interventions.

 

In their practice, Colectiva Genesis 19:39 pushes boundaries by engaging with public spaces—both indoors and outdoors—creating immersive environments where the audience becomes an active participant. The collective uses a multidisciplinary approach that integrates visual art, performance, sound, and tactile experiences, making the interaction multisensory. Through this, the collective amplifies the power of sensory memory, offering a visceral connection to the past while evoking feelings of belonging and resistance.

 

The work challenges and critiques the complexities of cultural interpretation, questioning the dominant narratives that often erase or distort marginalized histories. By engaging with these histories in a contemporary setting, Colectiva Genesis 19:39 the status quo, inviting the public to reflect on issues of social injustice, identity, and collective memory.

 

Through their work, Reyes and Romero invite audiences to reconsider the intersections of Latin American heritage with the Canadian landscape, offering a platform for conversations that transcend borders and time. It is a call for remembrance, resilience, and transformation, fostering empathy and a deeper understanding of the ongoing struggles for justice and recognition.