Javier Vivas
Bio
Javier Vivas (Mérida, Venezuela, 1991). He is currently completing his studies at the University of Los Andes (ULA) to obtain his Bachelor of Visual Arts. Since 2011 he has participated in several group exhibitions in Mérida and in various cities in the country such as Caracas, Ciudad Bolívar, Valencia, Maracaibo, and at the Aruba Art Fair in San Nicolas, Aruba. In 2015 he obtained three important recognitions: the First Prize in the IX Biennial of Visual Arts of the ULA, in the Gallery La Otra Banda; the recognition as Outstanding Artist granted by the Rector of the Universidad de Los Andes, both in Mérida, and the distinction Artist in residence, "This space is not mine" granted by the Salón Nacional Octubre Joven in Valencia, Carabobo state. His work has been reviewed in several international publications.
He currently lives and work in Caracas Venezuela.
Statement
With the Cuts Grillas series, Javier Vivas makes paintings in which the viewers can see how a perfect structure of superimposed lines appear intervened daringly, even aggressive, by visual cuts, in which he uses optical effects to create a sensation of visual tension and instability.
The difficulties with the social and political situation of his native country, coupled with his incessant admiration and study of the masters of modernity, has created a language in which its most basic elements seem to be given by history.
To face the work of Javier Vivas is to remember that error and chaos exist and that they are part of the historical destiny of nations, reminds us not to take anything for granted, and makes us responsible for our context and situation. In this way, his work creates bases to build, to create from acceptance and reflection.
2.5 x 4m / 98.4 x 157 in
