Pepón Osorio is famous for making large scale installation pieces based on his experiences as a social worker in the Bronx. He was born in 1955 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. In 1975, Osorio moved to the South Bronx in New York City, where he enrolled at Lehman College and earned a degree in sociology.
A Piragua is a frozen treat made of shaved ice and covered with fruit flavored syrup. The word piragua is derived from the combination of the Spanish words "Piramide" (pyramid) and "Agua" (water).
A doobie is a hairstyle created by pulling your hair in a circular motion around your head. Wrapping hair in this manner became popular because it cuts down on the time it takes to do your hair in the morning and preserves your previous hairstyle.
Competitive Hot Wheels Racing is a popular pastime in Puerto Rico. The difference between childhood games and competitive racing comes from the sophistication of the racetracks. They commonly include lights, sounds, and start-finish sensors.
Explore the development of Latino art with a discussion between renowned
artist Pepón Osorio and emerging artist Miguel Luciano. This lecture took
place on October 9, 2009 in the McEvoy Auditorium.
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