Bio
Pamela Scherson (1994, Mexico City), AKA, La Changa Pachanga, is a tattoo artist and multidisciplinary artist based in Mexico City. Growing up in the city, she drew inspiration from pop culture and the visual details of her surroundings. Along with tattooing, La Changa also creates murals, paste-ups, animation pieces, and digital illustrations. Her work is characterized by a trashy, irreverent aesthetic, and seeks to capture the spirit of childhood and the imaginary world. Through her art, she brings to life whimsical and imaginary creatures that reside within the depths of our unconscious minds.
Statement
In my artistic practice, which extends from tattooing to painting, I am consistently drawn to capturing aspects of pop culture through the lens of my inner child's ignorant perspective. By prioritizing spontaneity and embracing intentional mistakes, I aim to shed light on the unconventional beauty found within ignorance.
To bring my artistic vision to life, I work primarily on large canvases, employing a diverse range of materials such as chalk, oil pastels, and color pencils. Through the deliberate manipulation of textures, I strive to evoke a sense of childhood innocence and wonder in my pieces. This exploration of textures and materials allows me to uncover the unique and hidden beauty within the not knowing.
By intentionally painting with imperfect lines and utilizing every inch of the canvas, I incorporate beautiful-ugly details that fill what may traditionally be perceived as "negative" space. This approach, combined with my playful experimentation with textures, further enhances the evocative power of my work, transporting viewers into a realm of enchantment and curiosity.
Education
Universidad Iberoamericana
Mexico City
BA Communication Jan 2013- Dec 2017
International Center of Photography
New York
Certificate program on film photography 2019
Group Exhibitions & Art Fairs
FAMA (2024). [Art Fair]. Arboleda, Monterrey 7 November-10 November 2024.
Requiem (2024). [Group Exhibition]. Galería Mario Oliva, La Aurora, San Miguel de Allende. 2 November 2024 - 1 December 2024.
Subasta: Revivamos El Sur (2024). Morton Casa de Subastas. Live Aqua, Mexico City. 20 June 2024.
The Value (2024). [Group Exhibition]. Cica Museum, Korea. 24 April 2024- 19 May 2024.
Clavo Seis (2024). [Group Exhibition]. Feria Clavo Movimiento, Mexico City, Art Week. 9-11 February 2024.
Act II (2023). [Group Exhibition]. Yellow Cube, Paris. 22 July 2023- 29 July 2023.
La Culture (2023). [Group Exhibition]. Amaid Center, Tel Aviv. 30 March 2023- 01 April 2023.
New Art, New Wave (2023). [Group Exhibition]. Boomer Galley, London. 17 March 2023- 21 March 2023.
Sin Permiso (2023). [Group Exhibition]. Mooni Gallery, Mexico City Art Week. 7 February 2023- 12 February 2023.
One Place Millions of Spaces (2019). [Group Exhibition]. Limud MX. 1 November-3 November 2019/ Hilton, Mexico City. 1 November 2019 - 31 November 2019.
Erotica (2018). [Group Exhibition]. Tiber 59 Gallery, Mexico City. 14 February- 1 April 2018.
Residencies & Programs
European Artistic Program (July 2023). RARO Gallery, Barcelona. OpenBach Gallery, Paris.
A Studio of Her Own (April-July 2025). Nefesh B’Nefesh, Tel Aviv.
Rondo (October-November 2025). Rondo Residency, Mexico City.
Press
Sep 2023 10 Questions with Pamela Scherson by Altiba9
Oct 2024 FAMA 2024: Séptima edición de arte accesible en Monterrey by Cool Hunter MX
Nov 2024 Submission Painting: La Changa Pachanga by Booooom Magazine
