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The Shine in the Other Room 

Curated by Hyunmin Kim

Seoul

Aug.31 - Oct.12, 2024

Press

《The Shine in the Other Room》 by Guillermo Lorca presents a profound exploration of the unconscious sensations that shape the human inner world. Lorca's work delves into the depths of the psyche, presenting archetypal figures and mythologies that are both ancient and contemporary. Each piece serves as a window into the enigmatic interaction between humanity and nature, featuring animals, children, and feminine characters as pre-conscious beings full of raw intensity and primal forces.

 

Inspired by archaic mythologies where each god, spirit, or demon represents a specific impulse, Lorca reimagines these archetypes in a modern context. His characters are protagonists in new mythologies, revealing deeply kept secrets within landscapes that whisper danger and allure. The selection on display is curated to reflect both aesthetic beauty and conceptual depth, offering a glimpse into Lorca's internal journey and the vivid chapters of his long dream.

 

Lorca's creative process is intricate, beginning with small sparks of inspiration—often images—that are archived, classified, and annotated. Through a meticulous and almost magical process, these references transform into the possibilities that drive his art. So, his act of painting itself becomes a ritualistic experience, resulting in unique objects that "deserve to be painted."

 

The themes of violence, beauty, harmony, fragility, eroticism, tenderness, and magic are interwoven throughout his work, inviting a range of emotions. Lorca's aim is for his audience to feel a visceral response—a stirring in their stomachs, a quickening of the heart, a sense of strangeness**,** and fascination. Viewing his paintings in person allows for an appreciation of their rich details and the impactful scale of his life-sized characters, creating an immersive and overwhelming experience akin to witnessing an unexplainable story unfold.

 

Lorca’s meticulous approach to painting, from initial inspiration to final creation, highlights his dedication to both craft and concept. The process involves not only the accumulation and combination of visual references but also the physical construction of models and elements that guide his artistic vision. This combination of traditional techniques and modern technology underscores the unique character of each piece, where every brushstroke and color choice contribute to the overall narrative and emotional impact.

For each and every work in this exhibition, Lorca's dedication to quality and artistic integrity is evident. Each piece is a testament to his personal experiences and the symbolic reflections of his life's most intense moments, particularly those from his childhood. The immersive nature of this exhibition, combined with the intimate scale of Lorca's characters, brings the viewer into a deeply personal and evocative space.

 

《The Shine in the Other Room》 aims to transcend conventional boundaries of art, inviting viewers to experience a realm where the unconscious and conscious worlds collide. The title itself suggests a hidden brilliance, an illumination of the unseen corners of the mind where primal forces and tender emotions coexist. This exhibition not only showcases Lorca's technical prowess but also his ability to tap into the universal human experience, making each piece resonate on a deeply emotional level.

 

This exhibition offers a mesmerizing exploration of Guillermo Lorca's world, where the boundaries between the unconscious and the real, the mythical and the contemporary, blur into a captivating aesthetic experience. 《The Shine in the Other Room》 is an invitation to explore the profound and often unsettling beauty of the human psyche, as envisioned through Guillermo Lorca's extraordinary artistic lens.

Works

EXHIBITING WORKS

Guillermo Lorca The Room of the Little Boy Oil on canvas 200 × 234 cm 2024

Guillermo Lorca The Fountain of Artemis Oil on canvas 100 × 100 cm 2024

Guillermo Lorca Acton under the Rain Oil on canvas 100 × 90 cm 2024

Guillermo Lorca The Sheep Oil on canvas 190 × 148 cm 2024

Guillermo Lorca The Broken Birds Oil on canvas 150 × 150 cm 2024

Guillermo Lorca The Transformation Oil on canvas 130 × 175 cm 2024

Guillermo Lorca Beloved Pet Oil on canvas 60 × 80 cm 2024

Guillermo Lorca The Encounter Oil on canvas 210 × 229 cm 2024

Guillermo Lorca Her New Suit Oil on canvas 150 × 150 cm 2024

Guillermo Lorca The Kiss of Artemis Oil on canvas 218 × 354 cm 2024

Artist
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Guillermo Lorca

b.1984, Chile

 

Guillermo Lorca García Huidobro is a well-renowned painter of classical oil. Early paintings have been successfully exposed and sold through important art exhibitions, including The Asprey Exhibition in London and the exhibition “The eternal life” in the most important museum in Chile. Giant yellow-eyed cats, angelic girls, and unknown creatures make up the haunting and sensual world of Guillermo Lorca. Mixing magic and realism, the young Chilean Contemporary artist creates large-scale oil paintings loaded with surreal narratives and dreamlike sequences. Within each of his drama-filled scenes, there is a dark balance of power and competition between nature and humankind. As a child, he received a book of fairy tales with illustrations by the Romantic painter Gustave Doré. He has used it to inspire his haunting world of beauty, horror, desire, fear, luxury, paranoia, and pleasure. 


"My personality definitely finds its voice through paintings. It is a journey through the unconscious sensations that have been present in my life."
- Guillermo Lorca 


The undeniably unique style of Guillermo Lorca Garcia, the artist, comes from studied skill by Old Master Painters, taking influence from Renaissance and Baroque periods.

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