LOS AYUDANTES DE MATISSE.
Acrilico sobre lino
116x89 cm
2023
At the heart of the studio, where the magic of art takes shape, lies an invisible yet essential force: the artist's assistants. This series of works captures the essence of these unsung heroes who participate in the creative process, transforming each piece into a true collective adventure.
ROTHKO'S ASSISTANTS
Acrylic on linen
100x100 cm
2024
MALEVICH'S ASSISTANTS
Acrylic on linen
162x130 cm
2024
Through hands, the artist comes into contact with matter; they use them to create, communicate, relate, and expresses emotions, feelings, attitudes through them. The hand has promoted the development of humankind and civilization. From its origins, it is a prominent element that has been part of its evolution. The hand is linked to the mind; it serves, creates, and acts according to what the mind thinks; it expresses according to what the person feels; it communicates through its gestures, even supporting verbal language. Its generative, expressive, and relational capacity is extensive, and in its gestures and actions, it manifests this potential. As Focillon says, hands are "endowed with an energetic and free genius, with a physiognomy - faces without eyes and without voice, but that see and speak."
ROTHKO'S ASSISTANTS
Acrylic on linen
100x100 cm
2024
MALEVICH'S ASSISTANTS
Acrylic on linen
162x130 cm
2024
Art, in its purest form, is a collective process. It requires the attentive gaze of all those involved, each contributing their talent, energy, and passion. The assistants are not mere helpers; they are co-creators, whose work is as vital as that of the principal artist. Their hands bring to life the dreams and visions, turning abstract ideas into tangible realities.
These works capture moments of intense activity and camaraderie, where the assistants, with paint-stained clothes and focused faces, move in perfect harmony. Their interactions are a testament to the importance of teamwork, shared effort, and collective commitment. The atmosphere in the studio is electric, charged with creativity and dynamism, reflecting the spirit of adventure that envelops the artistic process.
ROTHKO'S ASSISTANTS
Acrylic on linen
100x100 cm
2024
BANSKY IN PROGRES
Acrylic on linen
146x114 cm
2024
Amid this creative dance, challenges also emerge. The internal monsters, representations of the doubts and fears that lurk in the mind of every creator, appear in the works as ethereal shadows. These monsters symbolize the internal barriers that both artists and their assistants must overcome. However, it is precisely in the struggle against these demons that the true essence of art is found.
"The Artist's Assistants" celebrates not only the creation of art but also the essence of collaboration. From the initial planning to the final touch, every step is a joint effort that requires the vision and contribution of all. In this shared journey, each assistant is a fundamental pillar, an indispensable piece in the construction of the artwork.
BASQUIAT IN PROGRESS
Acrylic on linen
162x162 cm
2024
LOOKING FOR MAGRITTE
Acrylic on canvas
195x130 cm
2024
