The El Camino College Art Gallery is hosting 'Mi Casa es su Casa,' an exhibition featuring ceramic works by artist Yvette Trujillo and curated by Dulce Stein. The show, which opened October 30 and runs through December 1, transforms common Mexican household cleaning products like Fabuloso and Zote into saint-like ceramic sculptures, alongside clay shrines and an ofrenda celebrating Dia de los Muertos. The exhibition includes sugar skull face painting, dancing, and works by Hispanic artists.
The exhibition matters because it uses familiar domestic objects to explore themes of immigration, labor, belonging, and cultural identity for Latino families in the United States. Curator Dulce Stein emphasizes that the title 'Mi Casa es su Casa' carries deep meaning for immigrants who may feel out of place, offering a sense of welcome and protection through art that evokes nostalgia and shared heritage. Artist Yvette Trujillo hopes the work helps younger generations feel seen and connected to their roots.