Why Can't There Be More Love in the World?
Based on
vertical and horizontal primary structures, Platas uses the language of abstraction to
communicate humanistic values and relationships. Establishing a connection between
postmodern society and the ancient, his works are reminiscent of pre Colombian stone
carvings and relief, as practiced by the Mayans, Aztecs and Zapotec in the Americas. As a
visual result however, his paintings are thoroughly modern, paying homage to Latin masters
such as Joaquin Torres Garcia and Rufino Tamayo. It is this interplay between modernity,
ancient cultures and issues of humanity relevant today that make his works fresh and
interesting. In addition, his ability to introduce wry humor into works of social and
political consequence, as well as his woodcuts on eroticism, show an artistic range that
is both penetrating and humanistic. |
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After obtaining his master degree in visual arts at U.N.A.M,
Mexico City, Platas became a professional painter, illustrator, teacher and designer of
art exhibits. As a visual artist he has had fifteen solo shows and has exhibited in over
forty group shows in Mexico, Austria, United States, China and Romania. His works have
been reproduced in numerous exhibition catalogs. As an illustrator he has collaborated
with Praxis Editions (Mexico), La Jornada journal (Mexico), Anfora Nova Editions (España)
and Ruptures Magazine (Canada). In addition he has designed art exhibits for the National
Popular Cultures Museum (Mexico) and since 1999 works for the National Fine arts Institute
(Mexico).
"I enjoy working
with traditional techniques such as oils or woodcut prints, combined with vivid colors and
a sense of humor. I use the art to talk about love and eroticism, because with these
concepts we can be conscious of our individuality, our society and our humanity." |
Mexican & Mexican-American Gallery
Amit May Fine Arts