Venezuela
Venezuela's contemporary art is a vibrant testament to the country's resilience and creativity amidst a backdrop of social and political turbulence. Artists like Carlos Cruz-Diez and Jesús Rafael Soto powerfully channel their experiences into works that traverse physical and digital realms. The Museo de Arte Contemporáneo in Caracas and the Centro de Arte Los Galpones showcase this dynamic art scene, hosting exhibitions that reflect the nation's diverse artistic voices. Engage more deeply with Venezuelan contemporary art through Composition Gallery's curated collections, found on our website.
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Carlos Cruz-Diez
Chromointerference La Difference signed card, 2011
Limited Edition Print
Mixed Media
EUR 1,500
Cement refers to a variety of mixtures, typically made from clay, limestone, water, sand, and gravel, which form concrete used in construction. The term to cement also means to join or unite materials. In art, cement can refer to the process of securely gluing or bonding elements together, often used in sculptural work or mixed media.
Gutai was a group of Japanese radical artists who formed the Gutai Art Association in 1954. The word Gutai translates to embodiment. The group was known for creating art on the spot for live audiences, often incorporating their own physical movements. Their performances included actions like throwing paint, piercing paper, and rolling in mud, emphasizing the direct interaction between the body and the material.
Comic strip art refers to artwork that utilizes the subject matter and commercial printing techniques found in comic strips. In the 1960s, a group of artists began creating paintings that incorporated Ben-Day dots—commonly used in comics and advertising—to produce highly graphic designs in bright colors, using traditional art media.