Around the world on an Olmec Head

James Bonachea

Bio

James Bonachea (Sancti Spiritus, Cuba 1977) studied in Academia de Bellas Artes Oscar Fernandez Morera (Trinidad, Cuba), and at the Higher Institute of Art (Havana, Cuba). His work in multiple mediums has been vastly exhibited internationally, including in countries such as Brasil, Peru, Switzerland, Italy, Scotland, Cuba and Mexico. Among other recognitions, in 2009 he resulted Winner of Centro Abierto 09, Museo Arte de Lima & Fundación Telefónica (Lima, Perú). He resides in Mexico since 2008.

Statement

I am fascinated by ancient objects, and ultimately by the past. This has led me to create my own universe of symbols. I employ different techniques and mediums (from drawing, to installation, to animation) where I often merge objects of different nature and ages to create absurd situations. WIth a humorous approach to sacred elements, I am interested in creating an experience of irrational astonishment in the viewer.

Other works of Meneses Contemporary

Other galleries

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