The L.A. Art Show: A high school student’s perspective on L.A.’s art scene

The magical installation "Hanho: Eternal Light – 21C The Last Judgement" draws crowds at this year's LA Art Show, celebrating its 30th anniversary at the Los Angeles Convention Center. This impressive installation was part of the DIVERSEartLA program, highlighting diversity in art and creative expression.

Aspiring journalist and high school senior Angelique Rose (center) attends the 2025 LA Art Show with her mother, Penelope (right), and friend, Alma (left), at the Downtown Convention Center on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025. (Photo by AJ Barber / Corsair Connect)

Aspiring journalist Angelique Rose, a Mexican high school student on the cusp of transitioning to community college, took in the diversity of art presented at the 30th anniversary of the Los Angeles Art Show at the Downtown Convention Center this last weekend.  

"For me, art is about expansion. I hope to use it to shine a light on issues relevant to my Mexican heritage. I'm also inspired by the work of Laura Aguilar, the famous Mexican-American photographer, and her black-and-white images exploring themes of body positivity, queer identity, and Chicana culture," Rose said.

The 30th anniversary of the L.A. Art Show recently concluded this Sunday, Feb. 23, in downtown Los Angeles. Established in 1995, the show is one of America's most popular international contemporary art exhibitions. Over the years the show has championed countless student artists among seasoned professionals and is known for fostering a vibrant inclusive art community that celebrates diversity, creativity and thought-leadership.