Members delight in museum’s opening of new Mexican art show

Harvey Ruben and Karen Fox

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Photo: Carol Sonstein

The Members’ Opening of the exhibition “Mexico: Expected/Unexpected” at the Museum of Contemporary Art La Jolla on Feb. 4 drew rave reviews from patrons who seemed to thoroughly enjoy the show. The 100 works on display through May 15 were selected from the Isabel and Agustín Coppel Collection, one of Mexico’s most comprehensive contemporary art collections. From the poetic to the political, the compilation showcases the key figures of the Mexican contemporary art scene, as well as cutting-edge international artists. The museum is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Tuesday, to 7 p.m. third Thursdays and closed Wednesdays. Admission $10-$5. (858) 454-3541. mcasd.org

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