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RAC FOUNDATION HOSTS THE BARAYA’S CAMELLIAS EXPEDITION

The RAC Foundation presents, at its headquarters in Pontevedra, Expedition Camellias: Herbal of Artificial Plants, a solo show by Alberto Baraya (Bogotá, Colombia, 1968), originating from the Artist-in-Residence program developed by the foundation. The exhibition features a group of twelve works resulting from a research project on the camellia—a flower native to China and Japan that has become an essential element in the landscapes, gardens, and parks of western Galicia.

By Álvaro de Benito
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RAC FOUNDATION HOSTS THE BARAYA’S CAMELLIAS EXPEDITION

By Álvaro de Benito

The RAC Foundation presents, at its headquarters in Pontevedra, Expedition Camellias: Herbal of Artificial Plants, a solo show by Alberto Baraya (Bogotá, Colombia, 1968), originating from the Artist-in-Residence program developed by the foundation. The exhibition features a group of twelve works resulting from a research project on the camellia—a flower native to China and Japan that has become an essential element in the landscapes, gardens, and parks of western Galicia.

ALEJANDRA MONTEVERDE AND CRISIS GALERÍA: MEMORY, BODY, AND TERRITORY

Alejandra Monteverde is the founder of Crisis Galería, an art space located in Lima, Peru. The institution will be part of the RADAR section at the 2025 edition of Pinta Lima, a platform for artists to engage with some of the most pressing discussions in contemporary Latin American art. Crisis Galería will present “stories of resistance, transformation, and belonging.”

By Violeta Méndez
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ALEJANDRA MONTEVERDE AND CRISIS GALERÍA: MEMORY, BODY, AND TERRITORY

By Violeta Méndez

Alejandra Monteverde is the founder of Crisis Galería, an art space located in Lima, Peru. The institution will be part of the RADAR section at the 2025 edition of Pinta Lima, a platform for artists to engage with some of the most pressing discussions in contemporary Latin American art. Crisis Galería will present “stories of resistance, transformation, and belonging.”

A PROJECT THAT “ACTIVATES THE PAST AS POSSIBILITY” AT PINTA LIMA

Peruvian artist Yerko Zlatar, alongside Mariana Otero, director of Puna gallery (Peru), explores the contemporaneity of traditional crafts in the NEXT Section of the fair. The collaborative duo showcases unique pieces rooted in traditional practices such as weaving, ceramics, and basketry, understood as living languages that enable the creation of new works of art.

By Violeta Méndez
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A PROJECT THAT “ACTIVATES THE PAST AS POSSIBILITY” AT PINTA LIMA

By Violeta Méndez

Peruvian artist Yerko Zlatar, alongside Mariana Otero, director of Puna gallery (Peru), explores the contemporaneity of traditional crafts in the NEXT Section of the fair. The collaborative duo showcases unique pieces rooted in traditional practices such as weaving, ceramics, and basketry, understood as living languages that enable the creation of new works of art.

COLOMBIAN PRESENCE AT PINTA LIMA: THREE PROPOSALS FROM BOGOTÁ

Pinta Lima returns for its 12th edition from April 24 to 27, 2025, bringing with it three Bogotá-based galleries offering versatile and thought-provoking proposals. Together, they create a dialogue that spans a wide thematic universe characteristic of contemporary art: exploring the passage of time and materiality, questioning art history and identity, and exposing the visual culture of mass media.

By Violeta Méndez
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COLOMBIAN PRESENCE AT PINTA LIMA: THREE PROPOSALS FROM BOGOTÁ

By Violeta Méndez

Pinta Lima returns for its 12th edition from April 24 to 27, 2025, bringing with it three Bogotá-based galleries offering versatile and thought-provoking proposals. Together, they create a dialogue that spans a wide thematic universe characteristic of contemporary art: exploring the passage of time and materiality, questioning art history and identity, and exposing the visual culture of mass media.

JORGE PARDO: COLOR, SPACE, AND PERCEPTION AT ELBA BENÍTEZ

Elba Benítez Gallery in Madrid, in collaboration with Clarissa Bronfman, presents a must-see exhibition by Jorge Pardo (Havana, Cuba, 1963), featuring a selection of works designed and created specifically for the gallery space. Emphasizing the importance of space, the Cuban artist employs his signature multidisciplinary approach to explore how color and texture influence perception. To this end, the exhibition is arranged in areas that serve a dual purpose.

By Álvaro de Benito
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JORGE PARDO: COLOR, SPACE, AND PERCEPTION AT ELBA BENÍTEZ

By Álvaro de Benito

Elba Benítez Gallery in Madrid, in collaboration with Clarissa Bronfman, presents a must-see exhibition by Jorge Pardo (Havana, Cuba, 1963), featuring a selection of works designed and created specifically for the gallery space. Emphasizing the importance of space, the Cuban artist employs his signature multidisciplinary approach to explore how color and texture influence perception. To this end, the exhibition is arranged in areas that serve a dual purpose.

April 01, 2025
CAPITAL, A LATIN AMERICAN ART FAIR IN CÓRDOBA

The event will bring together, for the first time, 24 art galleries and projects from different cities in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Mexico; it will take place on April 3, 4, 5, and 6 at Distrito Capitalinas, in the city of Córdoba, Argentina.

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CAPITAL, A LATIN AMERICAN ART FAIR IN CÓRDOBA

The event will bring together, for the first time, 24 art galleries and projects from different cities in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Mexico; it will take place on April 3, 4, 5, and 6 at Distrito Capitalinas, in the city of Córdoba, Argentina.

TRADITION, IDENTITY AND CONTEMPORARY LANGUAGE IN ÉDGAR CALEL

The concern about how the surrounding affects not only the individual but also artistic production connects with the principle by which Édgar Calel (San Juan Comalapa, Guatemala, 1987) has developed a unique project from scratch at La Oficina gallery. Sueños guardados en granos de maíz brings us to a specific moment of materialization, but it expands toward all the vertices with which the artist works, delving above all into the importance of ancestry, identity, and the spirituality that is related to space.

By Álvaro de Benito
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TRADITION, IDENTITY AND CONTEMPORARY LANGUAGE IN ÉDGAR CALEL

By Álvaro de Benito

The concern about how the surrounding affects not only the individual but also artistic production connects with the principle by which Édgar Calel (San Juan Comalapa, Guatemala, 1987) has developed a unique project from scratch at La Oficina gallery. Sueños guardados en granos de maíz brings us to a specific moment of materialization, but it expands toward all the vertices with which the artist works, delving above all into the importance of ancestry, identity, and the spirituality that is related to space.

March 17, 2025
COLLABORATIVE NETWORKS FUEL THE GROWTH OF MEXICO CITY'S CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY SCENE

Mexico has emerged as a significant contemporary art hub on the international stage. Since the inception of Zona Maco, Mexico City has become a key destination for cultural pilgrims, marking the start of the global art fair calendar.

By Laura Castillo
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COLLABORATIVE NETWORKS FUEL THE GROWTH OF MEXICO CITY'S CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY SCENE

By Laura Castillo

Mexico has emerged as a significant contemporary art hub on the international stage. Since the inception of Zona Maco, Mexico City has become a key destination for cultural pilgrims, marking the start of the global art fair calendar.

RUTH BENZACAR GALLERY OF ART CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF HISTORY

The institution commemorates six decades of trajectory reaffirming its commitment to Argentine artistic production and the continuous development of its scene. To kick off the great year, it presents Estudio para la restauración de un perfil (Study for the Restoration of a Profile) by Ana Gallardo and Alquimia para tiempos turbios (Alchemy for Turbulent Times) by Marina De Caro.

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RUTH BENZACAR GALLERY OF ART CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF HISTORY

The institution commemorates six decades of trajectory reaffirming its commitment to Argentine artistic production and the continuous development of its scene. To kick off the great year, it presents Estudio para la restauración de un perfil (Study for the Restoration of a Profile) by Ana Gallardo and Alquimia para tiempos turbios (Alchemy for Turbulent Times) by Marina De Caro.

(RE)DISCOVERING SARAH GRILO AT MAISTERRAVALBUENA

Madrid-based Maisterravalbuena proposes a vindication of the work of Sarah Grilo (Buenos Aires, Argentina,1917 - Madrid, Spain, 2007) through Soluciones para pensar, the second exhibition on this artist at the gallery. With a didactic and rediscovery vocation, the exhibition gathers a selection of paintings in different formats made between the 1960s and 1990s, many of them unpublished to the public. This work of selection and direct work of the gallery with the archive and the legacy of the Argentinean artist becomes fundamental in the structuring of the objective of creating opportunities for a greater knowledge of Grilo's work.

By Álvaro de Benito
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(RE)DISCOVERING SARAH GRILO AT MAISTERRAVALBUENA

By Álvaro de Benito

Madrid-based Maisterravalbuena proposes a vindication of the work of Sarah Grilo (Buenos Aires, Argentina,1917 - Madrid, Spain, 2007) through Soluciones para pensar, the second exhibition on this artist at the gallery. With a didactic and rediscovery vocation, the exhibition gathers a selection of paintings in different formats made between the 1960s and 1990s, many of them unpublished to the public. This work of selection and direct work of the gallery with the archive and the legacy of the Argentinean artist becomes fundamental in the structuring of the objective of creating opportunities for a greater knowledge of Grilo's work.

February 25, 2025
THROUGH WEAVING AND THREADS, CHIHARU SHIOTA AND XIMENA GARRIDO-LECCA CREATE A WORLD OF THEIR OWN IN PUERTO ESCONDIDO

Located in KM 113 of the federal highway that connects Salina Cruz to Pinotepa Nacional, a remote creative jewel stands. Architecture, design, and art cohabit along this section of the Oaxacan coast. A mix of boutique accommodations, gastronomy, and contemporary art proposals enrich Puerto Escondido’s endowment of inspiration and creation.

By Laura Castillo
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THROUGH WEAVING AND THREADS, CHIHARU SHIOTA AND XIMENA GARRIDO-LECCA CREATE A WORLD OF THEIR OWN IN PUERTO ESCONDIDO

By Laura Castillo

Located in KM 113 of the federal highway that connects Salina Cruz to Pinotepa Nacional, a remote creative jewel stands. Architecture, design, and art cohabit along this section of the Oaxacan coast. A mix of boutique accommodations, gastronomy, and contemporary art proposals enrich Puerto Escondido’s endowment of inspiration and creation.

February 20, 2025
GATO: THE GALLERY THAT SEEKS TO GENERATE NEW DIALOGUES IN PERU

At Plaza Bolognesi, in the historic center of Lima, has opened GATO. Co-founded by Axier Villanueva and Oscar Flórit, this art platform seeks to sustain a dynamic, institutional-level program in a unique commercial environment.

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GATO: THE GALLERY THAT SEEKS TO GENERATE NEW DIALOGUES IN PERU

At Plaza Bolognesi, in the historic center of Lima, has opened GATO. Co-founded by Axier Villanueva and Oscar Flórit, this art platform seeks to sustain a dynamic, institutional-level program in a unique commercial environment.

THE RYDER PROJECTS ANNOUNCED NEW CURATORS

The curatorial duo Carmen Lael Hines and Roberto Majano will be the new Head Curators at The RYDER Projects. This represents a new stage in the gallery that succeeds the period led by Rafa Barber, who has held this position heretofore.

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THE RYDER PROJECTS ANNOUNCED NEW CURATORS

The curatorial duo Carmen Lael Hines and Roberto Majano will be the new Head Curators at The RYDER Projects. This represents a new stage in the gallery that succeeds the period led by Rafa Barber, who has held this position heretofore.

YUYO GARDIOL: "I LIKE TO THINK THAT PHYSICAL SPACES ARE STARTING POINTS AND NOT ANCHORS"

Since 2012 as an artists' space and 2018 as a gallery, CRUDO manages exhibition spaces, participates in fairs and also manages and collaborates with residency programs, collectionism and artists' workshops. In an interview with Arte al Día, director and artist Yuyo Gardiol, talks about the origin and trajectory of the space. 

By Mercedes Abella
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YUYO GARDIOL: "I LIKE TO THINK THAT PHYSICAL SPACES ARE STARTING POINTS AND NOT ANCHORS"

By Mercedes Abella

Since 2012 as an artists' space and 2018 as a gallery, CRUDO manages exhibition spaces, participates in fairs and also manages and collaborates with residency programs, collectionism and artists' workshops. In an interview with Arte al Día, director and artist Yuyo Gardiol, talks about the origin and trajectory of the space. 

EUROPEAN GALLERIES AND LATIN AMERICAN ARTISTS AT ART BASEL 2023

Europe galleries meet Latin American artists at Art Basel: Nohemí Pérez, Ernesto Neto, Carlos Garaicoa, Alejandro Cesarco, Jesús R. Soto, Manuel Solano, Bayrol Jiménez, Paolo Salvador, Dalton Gata, Ad Minoliti, Rafa Silvares and Jorge Méndez Blake.

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EUROPEAN GALLERIES AND LATIN AMERICAN ARTISTS AT ART BASEL 2023

Europe galleries meet Latin American artists at Art Basel: Nohemí Pérez, Ernesto Neto, Carlos Garaicoa, Alejandro Cesarco, Jesús R. Soto, Manuel Solano, Bayrol Jiménez, Paolo Salvador, Dalton Gata, Ad Minoliti, Rafa Silvares and Jorge Méndez Blake.

SIX LATIN AMERICAN ARTISTS FROM US GALLERIES AT ART BASEL 2023

During Art Basel 2023, US galleries are representing Latin American artists such as Tomás Saraceno, Ernesto Neto, Belkis Ayón, Lucas Arruda, Óscar Murillo and Félix González-Torres.

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SIX LATIN AMERICAN ARTISTS FROM US GALLERIES AT ART BASEL 2023

During Art Basel 2023, US galleries are representing Latin American artists such as Tomás Saraceno, Ernesto Neto, Belkis Ayón, Lucas Arruda, Óscar Murillo and Félix González-Torres.

LATIN AMERICAN GALLERIES AT ART BASEL 2023

Art Basel 2023 featured over 200 leading galleries and more than 4000 artists, where Latin-American galleries from Colombia, Mexico and Brazil, among other countries, participated.  

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LATIN AMERICAN GALLERIES AT ART BASEL 2023

Art Basel 2023 featured over 200 leading galleries and more than 4000 artists, where Latin-American galleries from Colombia, Mexico and Brazil, among other countries, participated.  

WHAT ARCOmadrid LEFT US IN ITS 2023 EDITION

ARCOmadrid ended its 2023 edition with a strong presence of Latin American galleries and artists, more than 93,000 visitors, and works that move and challenge.

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WHAT ARCOmadrid LEFT US IN ITS 2023 EDITION

ARCOmadrid ended its 2023 edition with a strong presence of Latin American galleries and artists, more than 93,000 visitors, and works that move and challenge.

HUMANS AND NATURE: ARE THEY PART OF THE SAME LANDSCAPE?

As a way of closing 2022 and give a way to 2023, Rolf Art, curated by Francisco Medail, presented Eso que estalla no es el sol, a group show in which several artists talk about the conjunction nature-humans.

By María Galarza
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HUMANS AND NATURE: ARE THEY PART OF THE SAME LANDSCAPE?

By María Galarza

As a way of closing 2022 and give a way to 2023, Rolf Art, curated by Francisco Medail, presented Eso que estalla no es el sol, a group show in which several artists talk about the conjunction nature-humans.

February 24, 2023
INSIDE MARLI MATSUMOTO´S HOUSE/GALLERY IN VILA MADALENA, SÃO PAULO.

With the recent exhibition by Rosario López, Tapizar el Paisaje, Marli Matsumoto's gallery received and sheltered a strong artistic expression that, through apocalyptic tapestries and photographs of recent industrial history, tells the story of how the landscape is shaped, built or destroyed. In this interview, the founder of the gallery in São Paulo delves into the bases that gave life to the gallery and her interest in providing a space for young artists and experimental contemporary art.

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INSIDE MARLI MATSUMOTO´S HOUSE/GALLERY IN VILA MADALENA, SÃO PAULO.

With the recent exhibition by Rosario López, Tapizar el Paisaje, Marli Matsumoto's gallery received and sheltered a strong artistic expression that, through apocalyptic tapestries and photographs of recent industrial history, tells the story of how the landscape is shaped, built or destroyed. In this interview, the founder of the gallery in São Paulo delves into the bases that gave life to the gallery and her interest in providing a space for young artists and experimental contemporary art.

FERNANDA LOPES IS ATHENA'S NEW ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

Since September, Fernanda Lopes is the new Artistic Director of the Brazilian art gallery Athena. She will be in charge of several actions such as exhibition projects, public talks, publications, accompaniment of the represented artists and innovative and experimental research initiatives. 

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FERNANDA LOPES IS ATHENA'S NEW ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

Since September, Fernanda Lopes is the new Artistic Director of the Brazilian art gallery Athena. She will be in charge of several actions such as exhibition projects, public talks, publications, accompaniment of the represented artists and innovative and experimental research initiatives. 

GASWORKS PRESENTS GALA PORRAS-KIM: OUT OF AN INSTANCE OF EXPIRATION COMES A PERENNIAL SHOWING

Gasworks presents Out of an instance of expiration comes a perennial showing, the first UK solo exhibition by Los Angeles-based artist Gala Porras-Kim.

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GASWORKS PRESENTS GALA PORRAS-KIM: OUT OF AN INSTANCE OF EXPIRATION COMES A PERENNIAL SHOWING

Gasworks presents Out of an instance of expiration comes a perennial showing, the first UK solo exhibition by Los Angeles-based artist Gala Porras-Kim.

BUENOS AIRES GALLERY, THE IDEAL PLAN FOR THIS SATURDAY

Gallery is the artistic circuit in Buenos Aires with the longest trajectory and with the greatest coverage, including the neighborhoods of La Boca (District of the Arts), Recoleta, Retiro, Palermo and Villa Crespo. Developed by Arte al Día, the Gallery circuit has been promoting its commitment to the local art scene for more than forty years.

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BUENOS AIRES GALLERY, THE IDEAL PLAN FOR THIS SATURDAY

Gallery is the artistic circuit in Buenos Aires with the longest trajectory and with the greatest coverage, including the neighborhoods of La Boca (District of the Arts), Recoleta, Retiro, Palermo and Villa Crespo. Developed by Arte al Día, the Gallery circuit has been promoting its commitment to the local art scene for more than forty years.