artnexus #126

In July 1976, the first issue of Arte en Colombia made its debut. The magazine outlined its long-term goals in its editorial note: “To promote the visual arts within and beyond our country’s borders, to awaken a greater interest in the arts among our readers –specialists and non-specialists alike– and to help foster understanding of both national and international artistic matters, as well as to interpret and broadcast the most significant artistic movements currently taking place in Colombia and Latin America” (p. 7).

Half a century later, the magazine’s original objectives remain very much alive. Moreover, they have been strengthened and expanded, transforming this quarterly publication into an undisputed reference point for Latin American art and its dissemination to an eager international readership. While it would be impossible to summarize the magazine’s impact over five decades in a single page, we wish to emphasize that our team takes great pride in continuing to contribute to this commendable enterprise.

Thanks to the unwavering dedication, vision, and leadership of Celia Sredni de Birbragher and her collaborators, the magazine has not only endured but also evolved, shaped by the passage of time and by a continuous drive to surpass each stage and optimize every achievement.

Among the most notable transformations since its first issue are those related to both form and content: the magazine’s evolving design, on the one hand, and its commitment to ensure the expertise of its contributors, on the other. These changes have turned the magazine’s articles into vital testimonies and critical analyses of developments in Latin American art, as well as of the international recognition achieved by its artists. Furthermore, the magazine not only highlights established figures but also paves the way for emerging talent.

When, in 1991, Arte en Colombia was rebranded as artnexus, the new name was meant to reflect its ambition “to unite and connect the most outstanding visual arts of Latin America with the international context. By crossing borders, Arte en Colombia has become the nexus between Colombia, Latin America, and the rest of the world.” This undertaking has reinforced the publication’s commitment to informing and educating readers about Latin American art by highlighting international events, major exhibitions, and biennials, firmly positioning Latin American Art within the global arena.

The magazine’s mission remains intact: to promote, disseminate, and su...