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DIRTY HANDS
Art in the Park (Special Exhibition)
Makati, Philippines
03.19.2023
Bjorn Calleja's series of charcoal and graphite portraits and ceramic sculptures in "Dirty Hands" showcase the artist's exploration of the relationship between figuration and abstraction. With gestural strokes and exaggerated forms, Calleja imbues the works with a sense of energy and movement, inviting viewers to engage with the physicality of the creative process.
Through his use of charcoal and graphite, Calleja's works showcase a raw and primal quality that draws on the rich history of drawing while also embracing the contemporary moment. The sculptures on display demonstrate Calleja's versatility and his willingness to push the boundaries of his practice.
"Dirty Hands" reflects Calleja's embrace of the physicality of his medium and his willingness to engage with the creative process in unconventional ways. Through his works, Calleja challenges us to reconsider our assumptions about the human form and invites us to explore the complex interplay between illusion and reality, form and formlessness.
"Dirty Hands" is a series of works that highlight the power of drawing and sculpture to create something that is both immediate and transcendent. An artist’s nod to the beauty and complexity of line, form, and the human form itself.
Art in the Park (Special Exhibition)
Makati, Philippines
03.19.2023
Bjorn Calleja's series of charcoal and graphite portraits and ceramic sculptures in "Dirty Hands" showcase the artist's exploration of the relationship between figuration and abstraction. With gestural strokes and exaggerated forms, Calleja imbues the works with a sense of energy and movement, inviting viewers to engage with the physicality of the creative process.
Through his use of charcoal and graphite, Calleja's works showcase a raw and primal quality that draws on the rich history of drawing while also embracing the contemporary moment. The sculptures on display demonstrate Calleja's versatility and his willingness to push the boundaries of his practice.
"Dirty Hands" reflects Calleja's embrace of the physicality of his medium and his willingness to engage with the creative process in unconventional ways. Through his works, Calleja challenges us to reconsider our assumptions about the human form and invites us to explore the complex interplay between illusion and reality, form and formlessness.
"Dirty Hands" is a series of works that highlight the power of drawing and sculpture to create something that is both immediate and transcendent. An artist’s nod to the beauty and complexity of line, form, and the human form itself.
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