Explore Contemporary Artists
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Appau Jnr Boakye‑Yiadom
London, UK
Ghanaian–British painter whose emotionally driven canvases explore identity, immigration, and memory. Based in London, his gestural works meld figuration and abstraction.
Hadi Falapishi
Tehran, Iran
Iranian contemporary artist creating surreal mixed-media installations and paintings that explore memory, socio-political history, and material transformation.
Sol Calero
Caracas, Venezuela
Venezuelan-born Sol Calero creates vibrant, immersive installations that merge painting, sculpture, and performance. Her practice reimagines Latin American identity, challenging stereotypes and exploring themes of migration, community, and representation. Calero's work transforms exhibition spaces into colorful, participatory environments that invite introspection and dialogue.
Rodrigo Hernández
Mexico City, Mexico
Rodrigo Hernández, a Mexican artist, creates enigmatic paintings, sculptures, and installations that blend mythological narratives with contemporary concerns. His work often features symbolic imagery and ambiguous forms, exploring themes of collective memory, cultural heritage, and the subconscious. Hernández's art invites viewers into a timeless, contemplative space.
Oscar Murillo
La Paila, Colombia
Oscar Murillo (b. 1986, Colombia) is an internationally recognized artist whose dynamic practice spans painting, sculpture, installation, and performance. His work often addresses themes of globalization, labor, and social inequality, reflecting on his experiences of migration and cultural displacement.
Korakrit Arunanondchai
Bangkok, Thailand
Korakrit Arunanondchai (b. 1986, Thailand) is a multidisciplinary artist known for immersive installations, videos, and performances that fuse personal narratives with global events. His work often incorporates shamanistic themes, pop culture, and technology to explore identity, history, and transcendence.
Evelyn Taocheng Wang
Chengdu, China
Evelyn Taocheng Wang (b. 1981, China) is a Rotterdam-based artist exploring identity, cultural exchange, and memory through painting, drawing, and performance. Her works merge Eastern and Western art historical traditions, often incorporating autobiographical elements and paradoxical narratives.
Bendt Eyckermans
Antwerp, Belgium
Bendt Eyckermans (b. 1994, Belgium) is a Belgian painter whose evocative figurative works capture enigmatic moments and emotional landscapes. His distinctive style often employs a muted palette and dramatic lighting, creating a sense of introspection and timelessness within contemporary scenes.
Manuel Solano
Mexico City, Mexico
Manuel Solano (b. 1987, Mexico) is a Mexican artist whose vibrant and often autobiographical paintings explore themes of memory, identity, pop culture, and the body. Their work is marked by a raw, expressive style, blending personal narrative with broader cultural commentary.
Libasse Ka
Dakar, Senegal
Libasse Ka (b. 1988, Senegal) is a Senegalese artist known for his vibrant, abstract paintings that explore the intersection of traditional West African motifs with contemporary abstraction. His work often reflects on spiritual beliefs, nature, and the intricate patterns of daily life through rich color and texture.