This abstract artwork features a simple yet striking geometric composition. The piece consists of a rectangular wooden panel with a gradient of warm, vibrant hues ranging from pale yellow to deep amber. The gradual transition of colors and the smooth, uniform surface create a mesmerizing optical effect, drawing the viewer's attention to the subtle nuances within the monochromatic palette. The artist's skillful use of color and minimalist approach suggest an exploration of light, perception, and the inherent beauty found in the interplay of pure form. This work reflects the artist's intention to evoke a contemplative, immersive experience through the interplay of color and material. ...
Manuela García shapes sound into immersive experiences, from sculptures and soundscapes to DJ sets and collaborative listening events, inviting audiences into attentive, shared encounters. Her practice explores narrative, memory, diaspora, and unofficial archives, approaching each project from a critically informed perspective that highlights overlooked histories and subtle sonic textures. García’s work transforms listening into a space of reflection, connection, and discovery. Her work investigates liminal spaces activated by sound, the sonic as a site of transformation, temporality, and the use of water as a sonic archive, as well as ways of attuning to human and non-human presences. García’s practice seeks to challenge imposed hierarchies and habitual structures, proposing alternative modes of collective living, remembering, and imagining shared experiences. Drawing on both academic research and her experience as a DJ, her compositions integrate music and sound archives, field recordings, audio effects, and her own voice. Techniques such as looping, echo, repetition, and juxtaposition allow her to create immersive sonic environments that evoke memory, provoke reflection, and open spaces for dialogue and communal engagement. ...
