Catalog 2024 by Abisay Puentes

Abisay Puentes' "Machine City Catalog 2024" presents a profound exploration of his 20-year artistic journey, blending visual and aural spaces into a cohesive artistic expression. This catalog highlights the symbiosis of painting and music in his works, drawing inspiration from the fusion of image and sound seen in silent films and the visionary concepts of Wassily Kandinsky.

Artistic Vision

Puentes' work delves into the spiritual and perceptual possibilities of art, creating immersive experiences that fuse visual and auditory elements. Inspired by Kandinsky’s ideas, Puentes aims to communicate the spiritual essence of art through a harmonious blend of visual and musical forms. His artistic practice challenges traditional boundaries, embracing the post-historic period's freedom described by Arthur Danto, where all forms of art are valid and interconnected.

Collection Highlights

1. Ciudad Máquina Series
   

   These works depict intricate, machine-like structures, reflecting the complex relationship between humanity and technology.

    

2. Paradoja Series
   

   This series presents paradoxical scenes that question reality and human perception through exaggerated forms and vibrant contrasts.

3. Desvanecimiento Series
   

   These drawings explore themes of identity and transformation, using minimalistic lines and subtle tonal contrasts.

4. Brumas Series
   

   Inspired by the ethereal qualities of mist, these works evoke a sense of introspection and spiritual contemplation.

Conclusion

"Machine City Catalog 2024" encapsulates the rich and dynamic evolution of Abisay Puentes' art. It invites viewers to experience the profound interplay between sight and sound, reality and imagination, in a journey that transcends traditional artistic boundaries and delves into the spiritual essence of human existence.