This abstract artwork features a repetitive pattern of shapes and symbols, predominantly in shades of gray with accents of red. The composition is organized in horizontal rows, with a mix of geometric and organic forms. The repeated symbols resemble arrows, circles, and other ambiguous markings, creating a sense of rhythm and movement across the canvas. The style appears to be inspired by minimalist or conceptual art, emphasizing the visual elements and underlying patterns rather than any specific subject matter. The artist's intention behind this piece may be to explore themes of repetition, systems, and the interplay of positive and negative space. ...
Amalia Pica’s practice, which includes sculpture, performance, installation, drawing and video, explores human communication, its failures and intimacy. Human modes of interaction, such as the desire to be understood and accepted, are central to her work. Pica uses found objects, like hair brushes, wine bottles and confetti, verbal and non-verbal linguistic tools, like texts and venn diagrams, out-dated means of communication, like shutter telegraphs and slide projectors. Her live performances are audience-driven, creating situations of encounters, awkward and real. Having been born during the 'Dirty War' in Argentina, Pica’s works further consider the issue of state control, history, representation and systems of bureaucracy. In her performances, she explores the ways civic participation can become a mode of resistance to political oppression across time and cultures. ...
Proyectos Ultravioleta was founded in Guatemala City in 2009 as an independent artist-run space, and has since established itself as a leading voice in contemporary art in Latin America and beyond.
