"Hablas Turista?" curated by Jon Santos, is an exhibition presented by Ontopo and Ryan Lee Gallery that explores the themes of placemaking, identity, and art production within foreign contexts. Inspired by the dynamics of collective creativity, the works on display were created during Ontopo retreats in locations like Tulum, Mexico. Participating artists—Amy Yao, Priscilla Jeong, Kamau Patton, and Juri Onuki—engage with the binaries of tourism and localism, examining their artistic voice within these environments. This series reimagines the relationship between creation, place, and community, blending visual, performative, and participatory art practices to challenge the traditional roles of artist and audience in contemporary culture.

Participating Artists
Kamau Patton
Amy Yao
Priscilla Jeong
Juri Onulki