Unmistakable brand: Boterism
Fernando Botero was a Colombian painter, sculptor, and draftsman, recognized worldwide for his unique style characterized by the monumentality and volume of his figures which was baptized as “Boterism”. The Boterism is an unmistakable artistic style that bears the unique signature of the renowned Colombian painter Fernando Botero. It is characterized by the exaggeration of […]
Latin American Textile Vanguard: Olga de Amaral
Olga de Amaral, a prominent figure in the contemporary art scene, revolutionized the art world with her innovative technique. Born in 1932 in Bogota, Amaral has been internationally recognized for her unique focus on textile art, fusing pre-Colombian traditions with contemporary techniques to explore topics such as nature, pre-Colombian culture and spirituality. Amaral stands out […]
Emblematic paintings: ‘My Friend Fernando Botero’ auction at Sotheby’s.
On March 1, 2023, the auction “My friend Fernando Botero” was held in Sotheby’s, standing out as an event in which works were auctioned, mostly were by Colombian artist Fernando Botero, from the personal collection of Salomón and Rosita Lerner. This couple, very friends of Master Botero, gathered an impressive selection of works that reflect […]
Alejandro Obregón: Counterpoint intuition and intention
Alejandro Obregón (1920-1992) is, for many experts, the artist who opened the doors to artistic modernity in Colombia. Not in vain, art critic Marta Traba would describe him as the “first individual capable of expressing himself within a new totally pictorial system” and as the first modern painter in the country; visionary forecast that caused […]
Solo exhibition of Reynier Ferrer
Text by Miguel González For his first individual exhibition in Colombia, Reynier Ferrer has selected some thirty works that illustrate not only his pictorial practice but also the emotional postulates and the guiding path of a proposal that makes use of chance and chance to act out its suggestive arguments. Let us not forget that […]
Zona Maco 2024: Highlights
The celebration of the 20th edition of Zona Maco, held February 7-11 at Centro Citibanamex, marked a milestone in the history of contemporary art by welcoming 81,000 visitors eager to explore the diversity and artistic excellence that characterizes this emblematic fair, in addition to accepting 212 national and international exhibitors. The curatorial team, headed by […]
How to choose the right frame for a painting?
Choosing a good frame for a work of art is very important, because in addition to providing aesthetics, enhancing the painting and integrating the decoration of the home, it will also provide protection and help its conservation. Here are some tips to keep in mind when choosing the right frame: Take the time to study […]
Duque Arango Gallery at Zona Maco 2024
The Duque Arango Gallery announces its participation in what has positioned itself as the most important art fair in Latin America: Zona Maco. Zona Maco will celebrate its 20th anniversary from February 7 to 11, 2024 at Centro Citibanamex, Mexico City; this will be a special edition that will present leading international galleries with works […]
Latin American artists you must know.
Fernando Botero Born in Medellín in 1932, Botero developed a passion for art at a young age. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Medellín and later honed his skills in Florence, Italy, and Mexico City. With his signature style, characterized by exaggeratedly voluminous figures and playful forms, Botero’s paintings and sculptures transcended […]
What to do in Medellín? Discover Art in Medellín
Medellin, Colombia, has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, consolidating itself as a meeting point for arts and culture. Medellín’s thriving art scene reflects a dynamic fusion of traditional Colombian influences and contemporary expressions, drawing on the city’s rich cultural tapestry. As Medellín continues to evolve, its growing art scene becomes a symbol of […]
