Roberto Diago

Roberto Diago is a Cuban artist born in Havana in 1971 who explores the experience of Afro-Cubans in the social and cultural landscape of Cuba, particularly in the aftermath of the Revolution. He graduated from the San Alejandro Academy of Fine Arts in Havana and has since built a successful career as a visual artist.

Diago's work often addresses the effects of colonialism on marginalized communities, highlighting the segregation and discrimination faced by Afro-Cubans. His art is rooted in cultural and sociological understandings of the ways in which colonial processes have shaped the lives of those who have suffered their effects. Diago's art is also marked by his deep engagement with the traditions and cultural practices of Afro-Cuban communities.

Diago has exhibited his work widely, including at major events such as the Venice Biennale, the Havana Biennial, and the Portugal Biennial. His work is held in institutional collections such as the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes (MNBA) in Havana, the Deste Foundation for Contemporary Art in Athens, and the Pizzuti Collection in Ohio, among others. Diago's art has been praised for its powerful social commentary and its ability to convey complex ideas in visually striking ways.