Siricasso Garcia | Smile Now, Cry Later

Name: Siricasso Garcia | Smile Now, Cry Later
Start: 2026-05-15T13:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-05-17T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Moberg Gallery

Schedule

Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Moberg Gallery | Des Moines, IA

“Smile Now, Cry Later” is a series of paintings that reflects Siricasso’s childhood experiences while exploring a cultural phrase he grew up knowing all too well. The work also serves as a tribute to his Chicano roots and heritage.
MAY 15th
OPENING RECEPTION
Enjoy light music, drinks, and good vibes!
Plus, check out tattoo flash by Junior Rodriguez. @junior2saints
5pm-8pm
MAY 16th
KICK BACK
Enjoy birria tacos from Birrieria La Yaquesita, along with fresh elote served inside by @_snackilandia Snackilandia. Flash tattoo sale by Junior Rodriguez, lowriders from LIZARDE Hydraulics @brown_azt3ka plus merch by Siricasso and The Monfest! @themonfest
4-7pm
MAY 17th
Moderated Artist Talk
Hear the story behind the work and join an engaging, open conversation with the artist, moderated by @kub_bucha Kaleb Stevens. RSVP
3-4pm
Link in bio!