Venturing into the Volta Vortex. (Hyperallergenic 2023)

This year’s fair specifically spotlighted female artists from around the world, so it’s no surprise that most of the works I gravitated toward were created by women. At the booth of Cam Galería, based in Mexico City, I found my eyes lingering on a curious collection of long-limbed resin figurines by Alejandra España.

The Mexican multimedia artist had several different works up, including some large-format neon collages and a massive golden tapestry, but her candy-colored characters, delicately arranged on a low table in front of her prints, were a delightful display, especially in comparison to some of the more grandiose sculptures by other galleries.