'Entre Cauces': Adriana Sadun's river-inspired art at Cuenca's Galería de la Alcaldía

Cuenca's rivers are the starting point of Entre Cauces, an exhibition by visual artist and architect Adriana Sadun now installed at the Galería de la Alcaldía de Cuenca. It marks Sadun's first presentation in the city.

That local framing is the draw. In Cuenca, the rivers cross the city and shape green spaces, walking routes and meeting places — a familiar backdrop for anyone who lives here. The show turns that everyday geography into an artistic subject.

What's in the room

The exhibition is made up of 21 compositions created specifically for this gallery space. Some are built from several modules, so the full show comprises more than 50 individual pieces. Sadun worked for four months on their production and planning, combining wood, resin, paint, mirrors, photographs printed on aluminum and light installations.

Her background bridges the two fields: she studied Architecture and Visual Arts at the University of Toronto in Canada, and completed a master's in Cultural Project Management at the Universidad Internacional de La Rioja.

Practical details

• Where: Galería de la Alcaldía de Cuenca
• Until: Sunday, November 15, 2026
• Hours: 09:00 to 16:45
• Admission: Free

Worth knowing before you go

The source does not specify an opening date beyond noting the exhibition is already installed, so it appears to be viewable now. It also does not list a phone number or contact channel other than the social media handle @adrianasadun for guided visits — worth checking there if you want a tour.

Analysis: If you're new to Cuenca, this is an easy, free stop that doubles as an introduction to how the city's rivers organize daily life. The mix of materials — mirrors, light, printed aluminum — suggests a show that rewards a slow walk-through rather than a quick glance. Confirm current hours before making a special trip, since the source gives a single schedule and does not address holiday closures.

Sources: elmercurio.com.ec.

Image: existing site image, illustrative.