Poisson magique 2016

Carlos Sablòn created "Poisson magique" as part of a larger conversation around contemporary identity. Sablòn's work often explores themes of transformation, and his identity as a Cuban artist infuses a sense of longing and adaptation to the realities of a changing world. "Poisson magique," with its dreamlike imagery and use of vibrant colors, invites us into a space where reality and fantasy blur. The magical fish, part fantastical creature and part familiar animal, is not just an object of visual delight but a symbol of the complex navigation of identity. The Cuban diaspora experience is about adapting, transforming, and carrying one's origins to a new space. Sablòn seems to be suggesting that the self can undergo metamorphosis while still holding onto its core essence. Ultimately, the artwork embodies a sense of hope, reminding us of the power of imagination and the endless possibilities of self-reinvention.