Madrid
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Luis González Palma: Intangible Constellations - A Retrospective Photography Exhibition

Discover the Guatemalan artist's unique explorations of identity, memory, and the invisible through his innovative photographic art.

This compelling exhibition offers a retrospective look at Luis González Palma's profound work. It delves into his ongoing formal experimentation, moving beyond traditional two-dimensional photography towards a more tactile and sculptural experience. Explore universal themes of identity, memory, and the representation of the invisible within his significant artistic journey.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition offers a retrospective journey through the themes of identity, memory, introspection, and the representation of the invisible in Luis González Palma's work. It explores his formal experimentation, which moves beyond traditional photography towards a more sculptural experience.

Curatorial context

Curated by Alejandro Castellote, 'Luis González Palma. Intangible Constellations' provides a comprehensive retrospective of the Guatemalan artist's significant body of work. The exhibition delves into the core themes that define Palma's universe: identity and memory, introspection and intimacy, and the representation of the invisible. These thematic explorations are presented alongside his ongoing formal experimentation, which gradually departs from traditional two-dimensional photography towards a more tactile, sculpture-like engagement with the medium. Palma's work is characterized by a rich symbolic language, often utilizing portraits that echo religious and baroque painting, and incorporating materials that add texture and depth, metaphorically reconstructing images and inviting viewers to engage multiple senses. His artistic journey reflects on history, the human condition, and the enduring impact of social and political realities, particularly evident in his earlier works addressing Guatemala's civil war.

Admission and ticket notes

This exhibition is located at Espacio Fundación Telefónica, C/ Fuencarral, 3, Madrid. Opening hours are Monday to Thursday, and Friday from 10:00 to 20:00, and Saturday, Sunday, and holidays from 11:00 to 20:00. Visitors can add the exhibition to their calendar using the provided link.

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Venue
Espacio Fundación Telefónica
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Jun 11, 2015 – Oct 18, 2015
Artist line / attribution
Luis González Palma is a prominent Guatemalan photographer (born 1957) whose work delves into themes of identity, memory, and the representation of the invisible. His artistic career began with co-founding Galería Imaginaria and participating in initiatives to promote modern art in Guatemala. Palma has held numerous solo exhibitions internationally and represented his country at the 51st Venice Biennial. The exhibition is curated by Alejandro Castellote.
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