Miami,
FL, USA -- An emblematic piece initiates the path throughout the
exhibition "Variations on the same Subjects: People, Nature and
Geometry" presented by Contemporary
Art Projects USA and hosted by the ArtsPark @
Hollywood, FL. A large painting by the artist Juan Luis Perez, who
was born in Cuba and lives in Miami, FL, Sombras de mi Pasado
(Shadows of my Past) Illusions Series, is shown at the entrance of
the space. Why? ...because this artwork merges several concepts of
the overall exhibition, in the intellectual, the creative and the
technical ambits. As a curator, I believe that every artist is a
communicator, who translates his/her own experience to the current
moment in order to state his/her beliefs and messages to the present
viewer, as well as to the future generations that later will
contemplate the work. This particular artwork has figurative,
abstract and geometric elements, creating connections with the
natural, the human and the architectonical. Then, each artist is by
talent and vocation an innovator, which does not mean that they would
not use previous influences or inspiration by other artists. But, the
important point, as it is for this artwork and for the artist in the
exhibition, everyone is, and must be at the end, unique and original.
Finally, any technique used has to be excellent and well managed.
Well, I live now the artist to speak by his own. Juan Luis Perez
says: "I consider myself away from trends. I create guided by my
truest inspiration from total freedom of choice. Completely
self-taught, I don't believe in academic dogmas or market claims. I
change style as if changing clothes. Art is passion, fun, great
adventure. I use acrylic, oil, charcoal, graphite, resins, gesso,
alcohol, and newspapers sheets, love monochromatic tones, rough or
dynamic strokes, turning the spatula in my work's biggest
protagonist. I returned to my roots, expressing a traditions' rich
culture filled with energy from pure imagination. My interest
revolves around human beings and their conflicts. My works are
profound social portraits of a generation. I'm concerned in cultural
dialogues between East and West, societies which, despite their
differences, belong to the same condition: human." - "...I
use truth and fantasy bringing the viewer a sense of purpose,
passion, realism as well as a timeless feel. Through abstract
expressions I aim to achieve the emotional compass humanity reveals
in all phases of life as a poetic evolution. With every stroke of the
brush and a lyrical composition of visual effects I create a dramatic
transformation of old and new ...a profound connection to express the
visuals of my soul." - "I try to be unique in my own
individual way, my work is a fusion of all my lived experiences and
skills & techniques gathered over the years, combined to bring a
personal expression of energy and a message to myself with a personal
stamp that not even I can duplicate. Sometimes, I depict sceneries of
natural culture with organic resources such as burlap, tree seeds,
bark, raw rope, yarn to express what is available rather than what's
academic. However, from my early childhood Sandro Botticelli was the
culprit of my love for visual art, and as a college student, José
María Mijares, a Cuban vanguard artist of the San Alejandro School
of Arts, was a personal friend and mentor in my beginnings. As I
matured in my process, Antoni Tapies as well as Julian Schnabel
became my greatest influences. The process of my work differs between
installations, sculptures, and paintings. I can start my paintings
several pieces at once and employ layers over a period of days.
Sometimes I set them aside and finish months later, as they come
complete in my mind and eyes. Others are finished rather fast, as I
love the turnout of the accidents discovered in the process that then
become as a rationalized finish. There are three key elements that
separate free Caribbean and Latin American art from socially
restrained Cuba and its artists: 1) A primary distinction for Cuban
Art is the cultural inheritance of the Afro-Cuban culture and strong
Spaniard influence; 2) The diverse level of creativity due to its
social lack of resources elevates its inventiveness and passion for
expression; 3) The inability to speak out in freedom promotes a more
intense visual message." To conclude, as in this exhibit every
artist comes from a different place, background and experience, each
artwork will communicate its own message to the public.
The
exhibition will take place from August 19 - September 13, 2017.
Monday
thru Thursday 11:00a.m. to 8:00p.m.
Closed
on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Free
Admission
Opening
Reception | August 19 | during Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk
6:00p.m.
to 10:00p.m.
Venue
ArtsPark
@Young Circle Gallery
One
Young Circle, Hollywood, Florida 33020.
About
Contemporary Art Projects USA
(http://www.contemporaryartprojectsusa.com)
Headquartered
in Miami, Contemporary Art Projects USA is dedicated to nurturing new
contemporary art by providing exhibition opportunities and resources
for emerging artists and curators. Their mission is focused on
promoting art appreciation within the international community, to
inspire and assist with the process of the art collection, and to
generate resources that support artists' creative endeavors through
art awareness, artist promotion and art procurement.
They
work with the best minds in the industry and share their experience
and passion for marketing the arts, culture, and entertainment. From
Biennials and gala auctions to exhibitions and major international
art fairs. Contemporary Art Projects USA has the experience,
innovation, and creativity to engage audiences through inspired
campaigns.
For
more information, contact:
Tata
Fernandez, Director
Mariavelia
Savino, Curator
Contemporary
Art Projects USA
13899
Biscayne Blvd. Suite #302
North
Miami Beach, FL 33181
786-262-5886
