Honoring Latinx Voices: The Maestro Dobel Latinx Art Prize with El Museo

In 2023, Maestro Dobel Tequila, in partnership with El Museo del Barrio, the nation’s leading Latinx cultural institution based in New York City, awarded the first recipient of the inaugural Maestro Dobel Latinx Art Prize. 

This bi-annual art prize was established to amplify the voices and creative contributions of Latinx artists, a community historically underrepresented in the art world. The prize includes a $50,000 grant and a solo exhibition in El Museo del Barrio’s Room 110, a multidisciplinary gallery space dedicated to contemporary expression. Welcoming nominations of Latinx artists from across the United States and Puerto Rico, the prize is adjudicated by a panel of distinguished curators and art experts, with the goal of shining a national spotlight on the diverse talent within the Latinx artistic community.

The first recipient of the Maestro Dobel Latinx Art Prize, Carlos Martiel, was recognized for his powerful visual and performance art, which explores themes that resonate with current Latinx audiences. His compelling and thought-provoking work challenges audiences and leaves a lasting impact on both the art world and cultural discourse.

Martiel’s solo exhibition debuted at El Museo del Barrio in Spring 2024, marking a major milestone for Latinx art visibility. The next recipient of the Maestro Dobel Latinx Art Prize will be announced in Fall 2025, with the corresponding exhibition set to open in Spring 2026. Maestro Dobel has long championed the creative spirit that defines both its Mexican homeland and its award-winning tequilas. Through initiatives like the Latinx Art Prize, Dobel continues to extend its commitment to craftsmanship, cultural celebration, and artistic innovation.