Casa Zirio Gallery presents a thought-provoking and visually striking stand showcasing a carefully curated selection of works by renowned modern and contemporary artists from Latin America. This exhibition will use a black-and-white color palette to create a unique visual and conceptual perspective that bridges geometric abstraction, kinetic art, and sculptural innovation. The absence of color will emphasize form, texture, and the dynamic relationships between light and shadow, inviting the viewer to explore a new dimension of these works. The featured artists are:

Jesús Soto (Venezuela): A pioneer of kinetic art, Soto’s exploration of movement, perception, and the interplay of light and space is highlighted through his iconic works. His black-and-white creations further accentuate the optical illusions that define his artistic vision, immersing viewers in a dialogue between stasis and motion.

Edgar Negret (Colombia): Negret's intricate metal sculptures, known for their precise geometric forms and industrial materials, embody the tension between structure and fluidity. This proposal will display his works with a monochromatic emphasis, drawing attention to their architectural precision and conceptual depth.

Omar Rayo (Colombia): Renowned for his mastery of geometric abstraction, Rayo’s works transform simple shapes into intricate patterns that challenge perception. The black-and-white contrast in his pieces sharpens the focus on the spatial tensions and optical illusions that make his art compelling.

Mario Vélez (Colombia): Vélez’s abstract expressionist approach will bring a visceral depth to the exhibition. His exploration of texture, form, and emotional landscapes through black-and-white compositions will provide a powerful reflection on the relationship between nature, territory, and the self.

Bernardo Salcedo (Colombia): Salcedo’s assemblages and conceptual pieces often blur the lines between object and meaning. His use of industrial materials and found objects will be stripped to their essence, presented in black and white to highlight his work's social and historical underpinnings.

Germán Botero (Colombia): Botero is an artist and sculptor known for his masterful work with wood, metal, and stone, creating powerful and evocative sculptures that explore the relationship between nature, form, and space. His work is characterized by a minimalist yet monumental approach, often blending organic and geometric shapes to evoke a sense of harmony between human creation and the natural world.

Olga de Amaral (Colombia): A pioneer of post-war Latin American abstraction, Olga de Amaral integrates key historical references into her practice. Her use of gold symbolizes the connection between pre-Hispanic culture, colonial art, and her contemporary vision. She also incorporates unconventional materials, combining weaving with formal innovation. Her production is rooted in the discourses of the Latin American avant-garde, the feminine vindication of craft, fiber art, modernist abstraction, and the layered meanings of the postmodern context.

Beatriz González (Colombia):
One of Colombia’s most important living artists, Beatriz González holds a central place in the history of contemporary Colombian art. As early as 1962, she began reinterpreting iconic Western artworks to reflect on how high culture was assimilated in a developing country like Colombia. She developed a unique visual language driven by her fascination with the notion of "taste," using found images, a bold color palette, and flat compositions often executed on unconventional surfaces such as furniture, bedspreads, and large curtains. Her distinctive perspective on popular culture and politics in Colombia shaped an artistic voice that has resonated within and beyond the art world.
In this exhibition, her work will be framed within the black-and-white narrative, highlighting the raw power of her imagery and its sharp social commentary. Stripping color from her compositions underscores the critical tension between personal memory, mass culture, and political history that defines her contribution to Latin American contemporary art.