This contemporary artwork features a large, circular composition dominated by shades of vibrant blue and teal. The colors are applied in a gradual gradient, transitioning from a deep, navy blue at the outer edges to a lighter, more aquamarine hue at the center. The overall impression is one of tranquility and serenity, evoking the feeling of gazing into the depths of a clear, tropical ocean. The artist's use of precise geometric shapes and minimalist design reflects a strong influence from the Op Art movement, creating a visually striking and mesmerizing piece. ...
Cecília Barreto interprets abstract data to reveal the hidden forces of economics, environment, and power at work in our world. Through painting, assemblage, and conceptual research, she examines how global economic policies and resource exploitation shape landscapes and societies, particularly within the Mexican context. Her practice draws connections between economic abstractions—such as feasibility studies and privatization processes—and the physical transformation of territories under neoliberal logic. Barreto's approach is characterized by a meticulous and reflective methodology, where she recontextualizes economic data into visual forms that prompt critical engagement. Her work often employs abstraction to represent complex systems, inviting viewers to consider the underlying forces that influence and reshape the environment and society. Through her artistic practice, Barreto contributes to a broader discourse on the implications of economic policies and their tangible effects on landscapes and communities, offering a nuanced perspective on the entanglement of data, power, and place. ...
