Intersección | Intersection

San Diego, California — Madison Gallery presents Intersección | Intersection, curated by Martina Luparia. Intersección demonstrates the profound interconnections that often emerge in the dialogue between artists from diverse backgrounds and varying processes. Madison Gallery is proud to bring together the works of four distinguished artists: Lino Lago, Ángel Ricardo Ríos, Aldo Chaparro, and Ernesto Garcia Sánchez. Despite their different origins and unique artistic journeys, a thematic synergy emerges through their exploration of form, texture, and the interplay between the natural and the constructed. This exhibition highlights these connections, providing a cohesive narrative that unites their practices into a shared artistic conversation.

The art of Spanish-born Lino Lago is a visual feast, a harmonious blend of abstraction and realism that invites the viewer to explore the interplay of form and color. Educated at the Universidad Complutense in Madrid, Lago's work is characterized by a unique balance of precision and spontaneity. Like a dance between order and chaos, his paintings mirror the human touch in Ernesto Garcia Sánchez's pursuit of geometrical purity. This exhibition is a journey through their artistic landscapes, a testament to their shared pursuit of perfection tempered by imperfection.

Cuban artist Ángel Ricardo Ríos blurs the lines between form and color in his canvases with a wild energy. His method of applying pigment directly results in painstakingly ordered and chaotic compositions. This dynamic process is similar to how prefabricated components are disassembled and rearranged by Aldo Chaparro to reveal new forms. The neo- baroque energy of Ríos' art suggests a deep relationship with the sublime and the sensuous play. Rio's dynamic interaction between vivid hues and organic forms mirrors the thematic complexity of Chaparro's sculptures, which show how art can modify reality by blurring the lines between creation.

Peruvian artist Aldo Chaparro's approach to sculpture is both a physical and conceptual performance. Trained in the traditional crafts of woodcarving and printmaking, Chaparro embraces his knowledge of industrial techniques to push the boundaries of form and material. His work involves physically manipulating materials such as steel and wood, using his body to bend, cut, and reshape them into new configurations. This method of engaging with his medium is reminiscent of Ríos' visceral application of paint and Sánchez's manual generation of geometries. Chaparro's sculptures, which sway between the performative and the sculptural, challenge the viewer to reconsider the nature of form and substance. His works exemplify the creative potential of destruction and rebirth, a theme that resonates with other artists' practices. By breaking down the rigid boundaries of industrial materials, Chaparro's art invites a reflection on the fluidity of form and the constant evolution of artistic expression.

Ernesto Garcia Sánchez's work is an exercise in precision and minimalism. Born in Havana, his art revolves around the synthesis of form and texture. His abstract, minimalist objects are created through a reduction process, where the imperfection of handmade geometries becomes a focal point. This exploration of fractal objects and perfect forms that break and multiply creates a new order of patterns, a sacred geometry that connects with the universal. His use of industrial tools, yet evident human touch, mirrors Chaparro's manipulation of prefabricated materials and Ríos' direct engagement with pigment. This shared methodology of blending the industrial with the personal forms a common thread that weaves through the practices of all four artists.

Intersección is a celebration of the convergence of four distinct artistic voices, each contributing to a richer understanding of form, texture, and expression. Lino Lago's meticulous blending of abstraction and realism, Ángel Ricardo Ríos' vibrant and chaotic compositions, Aldo Chaparro's performative sculptures, and Ernesto Garcia Sánchez's minimalist abstractions create a dynamic dialogue. These diverse yet interconnected artistic approaches explore the balance between precision, spontaneity, form, and expression. Intersección suggests common themes and techniques that unite the practices of these artists, inviting spectators to explore the connections between their works.

Martina Luparia holds a BA in Media Studies with a concentration in Global Cultural Studies and History of Art from the University of California, Berkeley. Before joining Madison Gallery, she enriched her curatorial skills through a program at the Sotheby's Institute of Art in London. Her lifelong passion for the arts and diverse cultures stems from her multicultural upbringing, having lived in New York, Buenos Aires, and São Paulo before settling in California. Martina was the lead researcher for A Tale of Two Cultures at Mira Costa's Kruglak Gallery, conducting in-depth analyses and identifying African artisanal objects. She also gained valuable professional experience as a communications manager for Rising Advocates, developing strategic marketing campaigns and managing outreach initiatives. Martina is fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian and brings a unique international perspective to her curatorial projects. Her dynamic vision and diverse experience promise to enrich Madison Gallery's exhibit Intersección | Intersection.

Madison Gallery was founded by Lorna York in 2001. The program focuses on internationally recognized, museum-level artists whose work contributes to domestic and international cultural dialogue. The gallery presents significant Latin artists and brings international artists to San Diego for the first time. The core gallery program focuses on young and emerging artists, but the gallery also punctuates the program with historical exhibitions to provide depth and context.

Artists represented by Madison Gallery receive critical attention and are widely exhibited. Many of the gallery’s primary artists, originally shown with Madison Gallery, are now being shown internationally and by established galleries in other cities, proving that the gallery has become a springboard for young talent.