Aliza Nisenbaum

Aliza Nisenbaum (born 1977) is a Mexican-American painter known for her vibrant, large-scale figurative portraits that celebrate community, labor, and the everyday lives of marginalized individuals, including undocumented immigrants and essential workers. Her work is characterized by bold, jewel-toned colors and intricate patterns influenced by Mexican textiles and art history, often depicting subjects in domestic or communal settings. Nisenbaum has gained significant recognition for her socially engaged practice, with major exhibitions at institutions such as Tate Liverpool and the Museum of Modern Art.