Human Buildings
Human Buildings: Figures amidst buildings and humans. In poses, in motion, in a simple gesture... Grand containers revealing their presence, pillars of chaos, and embodiment of space. Their presence gazes upon us from a closed skin, yet with a personal space that imposes itself upon the viewer.
Human Space
Human Space is an exploration of the psychological space within oneself. It involves understanding the human being as a living architecture, constantly evolving, with spaces for experiences, achievements, and failures. All of this is seen from a relative perspective, from within ourselves.
How do we perceive ourselves? How do we experience our shapes and spaces? And how do we feel when interacting with the outside world?
It's a continuous metamorphosis, characterized by tensions and constant changes that shape our inner core.
Overlapping Cultures
This series portrays the outcome of the collision between two cultures.
It began with 8 heads: 4 pre-Columbian and 4 Spanish. These 8 heads have been in my possession for many years. I've contemplated them over the years since their creation. And I didn't complete them because I sensed the narrative wasn't quite finished yet.
Then, from the depths of my soul, I witnessed 15 drawings spring to life. Each one represents the amalgamation of both cultures, serving as a reminder that we are not "pure," but rather a blend of diverse cultures and narratives.
Noah's Ark
Noah's Ark is a fusion of several elements: architecture, machine, human being. It is full of everything, and everything is intimately connected to everything else. As in life, we go in a boat where everything we do affects others. And who we are is affected by others.
This humanized architecture (the "Ark") also contains time. Each layer of paint remains as a record of time: every time I face the canvas, I respond to what is already recorded in it. And so, each layer is influenced by the previous one. It's a record of a dialogue I have with the painting.
This series is composed of 48 paintings and 2 sculptures and is very influenced by my own migrating experience - having arrived in the US a little bit over two years ago-, and how interacting with people from other parts of the world in a new scenario, can mold the way I react to the painted canvas.
Geographic Anatomy
In this transcendent series, the indomitable spirit of humanity unfurls through the majestic embodiment of bulls.
Each stroke, a poetic dance upon the canvas, intricately weaves tales of the myriad tribulations we bear. Within the sinuous lines and bold hues lies a profound narrative of resilience, a testament to the fortitude that courses through our veins.
Amidst the tumultuous currents of life's challenges, the bull emerges as an unwavering symbol of strength, an ethereal force that stands impervious, resolute, and invincible. Each brushstroke whispers the secrets of endurance, and within the gaze of the bull, one finds a reflection of the unyielding spirit that prevails against all odds.
The North
In the alchemy of contemplation, this ethereal series took shape, born from the introspection of the pre-Columbian spirits that once danced upon the desolate canvas of Chile's northern desert. Breathed into existence with the tender caress of recycled wood, each fragment carries a tapestry of stories, whispers of its previous life. A symphony of history echoes within the grain, an intimate narrative that could only unfold through the metamorphosis of reclaimed timbers. The essence of this creation intertwines with the threads of antiquity, embodying a chronicle of times past, an intricate dance with identity and memory. It couldn't have manifested in any other form, for the soul of this series lies within the very sinews of history, an ode to the enduring legacy etched into the fibers of each weathered piece.
Drawings
In the gentle embrace of artistic expression, this fleeting series unfolds—a poetic dance composed with the whispers of oils, the bold strokes of charcoal, and the vivid hues of paint. Its essence lies not in complexity, but in the eloquence of simplicity. Each stroke, a silent sonnet etched upon the canvas, speaks volumes beyond the colors and mediums at play. Within the quietude of each drawing, a profound narrative emerges, resonating with the delicate power found in the understated beauty of unadorned lines and harmonious shades. It is a testament to the artistry that transcends the elaborate, finding profound worth in the subtle symphony created by the amalgamation of oils, charcoal, and paint.
Characters
In the tapestry of existence, these paintings emerge as enigmatic embodiments of archetypal characters, timeless personas woven seamlessly into the fabric of every life. Birthed during the chapter of my own narrative, a period when I dwelled in the embrace of an apartment building whose residents could script an entire saga in the grand tome of existence. Unique and disparate, each neighbor became a brushstroke in this serendipitous composition, a living kaleidoscope of individuality. Without conscious contemplation, this series unfurled effortlessly, a poetic spillage from the reservoirs of my mind, capturing the diverse symphony of personalities that danced through the corridors of that shared existence.
Animal Nature
Within the rhythmic cadence of the "Animal Nature" series, I delve into the profound tapestry where spontaneity intertwines with the quest for being and the poignant recognition of not belonging. Figures and fragments, whether human or animal, become vessels bearing the intuitive whispers of existence. Painted between the years 2004 and 2008, these canvases transcend mere strokes to embody the evolution of my art, a testament to the ever-unfolding chapters of my life. More than distinct series, they are poignant fragments reflecting the ceaseless seeking of elusive truths, an unwitting pilgrimage through the realms of discovery. In each brushstroke, I discover echoes of a story, a kaleidoscope of years where aspirations were woven into the fabric of creation, laying the foundation for the opulent narrative that would blossom in the subsequent "Geographic Anatomy" series.
As One
In the alchemy of artistic devotion, I crafted a series of paintings destined for Deloitte, each canvas a lyrical ode to the fundamental values that define the soul of the company. Within the rich tapestry, the strokes breathe life into the ethereal principles of teamwork, accountability, excellence, integrity, diversity, objectivity, and perseverance—pillars that uphold the very essence of Deloitte's ethos. These paintings transcend mere pigments on canvas; they embody the living spirit of a corporate philosophy, a visual symphony where each hue, each contour, articulates a silent narrative of the profound values that resonate through the corridors of Deloitte's identity.
Symphonic Gestures
In the unveiling of my inaugural solo exhibition, this series emerges as a poetic dialogue—a delicate dance between the present, the tapestry of surroundings, and the alchemy of artistic creation. It is a lyrical manifestation where the language of each canvas becomes not a conclusive result, but a tender recording of the subtle interplay between introspection and expression. Each stroke serves as a quivering note in the symphony of reflection, transcending mere pigments to become an ethereal testament to the ephemeral beauty woven within the act of painting. This collection whispers the profound tale of a sensitivity that transcends the confines of time, capturing the essence of a moment as it unfolds within the delicate embrace of artistic contemplation.