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ignaCio Montano

born in lower California, Mexico. lives and works in Chicago, Il, USA

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rene Magrite once mused "Art evokes the mystery without which the of his inspiration in an interview: "From the moment I saw the viking
world would not exist. Contemporary Master Artist Ignacio Montano spaceship land on Mars in 1976, I've never stopped thinking about life
exemplifies this credo in his dazzling series, as he transplants historical beyond planet Earth." The idea of uprooting olden times and transferring
figures to an intergalactic setting. Creating a body of work that is them to the future, presents a visual metaphor that history repeats itself.
incredibly modern in its unique subject matter, Mr. Montano demonstrates We should be wary and learn from history, for we might see these same
his vast creativity and exuberant imagination. The artist combines the problems and lessons in years to come. Mr. Montano is truly a master
cosmic world with that of the historical, juxtaposing the modern and painter, as he demonstrates his genius skill and unique style in his
unknown with the past and identified. Mr. Montano explains the source works. Painting on linen, the artist is inspired by his subjects in his style.

He paints in a cosmic fashion, demonstrating the ultimate theme
of the universe in his series. Mr. Montano has stated "On the plain
of a painting, the correlation between the moods of the subjects
involved, be they physical or psychological, largely determines
the celestial atmosphere evolving through the magic infusion of
pigments." Employing bold and neon colors, Mr. Montano captures
ideas for the future through hue and theme, presenting a galactic
idea for the viewer to enjoy. Mr. Montano produces truly celestial
creations, demonstrating his genius skill and abundantly creative
mind, providing breathtakingly modern works of art on themes of
the past juxtaposed with the future.
"OPAlESCENT ODySSEyS" by ruthie Tucker

 in oUr neW WorLD WHo is He? Dione satUrn, 2008 OIl ON lINEN 86.4x22 CM.
 UnDer stress City oF LonDon. mars, 2008 OIl ON lINEN 34x46 IN. 86.4x 116.8 CM.
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