Delve into a project that explores the boundaries between photographic realism and geometric abstraction. This display features five large-format photographs printed on dibond alongside two unique sculptural pieces. Developed during a residency at Fundación BilbaoArte, these works reveal hidden architectural patterns within real-world environments without digital alteration.
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This exhibition features seven works by artist Patrik Grijalvo, comprising five large-format photographs and two sculptural pieces created during a residency at Fundación BilbaoArte. The works explore the intersection of geometry and reality, inviting viewers to discern abstract patterns within architectural details.
Abierto por vacaciones VII showcases a project by Patrik Grijalvo that delves into the boundaries between photographic realism and geometric abstraction. The photographs, printed on dibond, highlight architectural elements discovered in daily life. Rather than using digital retouching, Grijalvo uses precise framing to reveal geometric forms hidden within real-world environments, challenging the viewer to bridge the gap between abstract aesthetics and familiar spaces. In addition to the photographs, the exhibition includes two sculptural pieces that extend the project's logic into the third dimension. By folding the printed dibond surfaces, Grijalvo emphasizes the inherent three-dimensional nature of the material, blurring the distinction between the photographic image and sculptural form. This exhibition is part of a collaborative program between Michel Mejuto Gallery and BilbaoArte, designed to provide a platform for emerging artists to exhibit their work.
The exhibition was open to the public during the second half of July 2010, with the gallery's front space displaying the works through the end of August 2010 as a window exhibition. No specific ticketing or booking process is required for this gallery space entry as described in the program context.
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