Javier Guadalupe
Works & Biography
One of the most recognizable contemporary artists due to his innovative three-dimensional art style
Javier Guadalupe, Homage to Roy Lichtenstein, 2023, Textile Installation, 51 ¾ x 82 ¾ In.
Javier Guadalupe, Interior with Hanging Lamps Tribute to Roy Lichtenstein, 2024, Textile Collage, 51H x 36W x 11D In.
Javier Guadalupe is currently one of the most recognizable contemporary artists due to his innovative three-dimensional art style. His creations with fabrics and his style is rooted in Kinetic art. Executed in tridimensional, he utilizes special types of fabrics, mostly from Europe. He was born in Ecuador and is an artist whose work has gained recognition in the highest levels in the international world of art collecting. Born in Quito, Ecuador in 1986, he began his artistic career at a young age and has since become known for his striking use of color, texture, and form in his wall installation. Guadalupe's work often explores themes of nature, spirituality, and art history. He draws inspiration from his experiences growing up in Ecuador and traveling throughout the world. He incorporates elements of historical art, prominent art icons and past knowledge of cultures within their art. His work also incorporates geometrical patterns and symbols, as well as contemporary influences from interactions with other artists and art dealers. One of Guadalupe's most notable works is a series of wall creations entitled "Other Masters," which features vibrant, abstract depictions of the creations of pop artists Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein, as well as Vincent van Gogh. Throughout this series, Guadalupe aims to showcase the beauty in the importance of preserving the contributions of important world artists keeping younger generations engaged with past art history and the viewing for future generations. His unique and fresh approach confirms him as an innovator artist. Another notable aspect of Guadalupe's work is his use of textile European fabrics. Attracted by their patterns, textures and tactile emotions, they create a Kinetic sense of movement and energy that draws the viewer in. In addition to his artwork, Guadalupe also studied music and film. He is represented in galleries throughout the United States including New York, and France. Javier Guadalupe is a talented and passionate artist whose work reflects his deep connection to art that keeps humans evolved and his commitment to creating an interesting art form with fabrics as his major technique. His use of color, texture, and mixed media creates a unique and dynamic style that is sure to continue captivating audiences for years to come.
Aldo Castillo, Aldo Castillo Gallery, Director
PRIVATE COLLECTIONS
JAVIER GUADALUPE
Baritone of tessitura, he constantly studies music, painting and film in a particular way, his secondary studies were carried out at the San Felipe Neri Educational Unit of the city of Riobamba, he studied at the Equinoctial Technological University obtaining the title of Engineer in Foreign Trade and Integration International Economics, while developing skills in a particular way by tutoring with various teachers in both painting and theater, always passionate about music.
In 2005 he began his lyrical singing career with Maestro Wladimir Lescano Silva, a student of the prestigious Chilean singer Blanca Hauser whose impeccable vocal technique is a reference and who left his mark on the national artistic environment. The Taste for German Lied has touched his sensitivity to a poem full of nuances and experiences of a time worthy of appreciation for its degree of beauty and simplicity, for which at the moment he is developing a Leadership repertoire; Besides taking the belcanto with great fondness he develops areas of opera and also works on the repertoire of the Napolian Song.
ARTIST STATEMENT
Shapes, colors and textile wefts have been a constant contribution to creativity, managing these resources with knowledge that allows works of art of excellent taste. He upholds clear and direct ideas with his own established and traced style through experimentation and the search for new forms of expression. He perseveres with a philosophy in which success enables the human being to become a timeless work of art that will always resonate in human existence.
PARTICIPATIONS AND PRIZES
• Participation in 2011 in the Salzburg Voice Festival, representing Ecuador, making several presentations during the Salzburg Festival (Austria).
• Recognition from the Riobamba Mayor's Office for the opening of the CASHMERE Art Gallery. November 2016.
• Artist selected in the XLVII National Painting Salon Luis A. Martínez. 2016.
• First Place in the Provincial Salon of Plastic Arts - November 2016.
• First Prize of Acquisition in the Provincial Salon of Plastic Arts "Riobamba Ciudad de las Primicias". November 2016.
• Second place in the National Salon of Plastic Arts "Magdalena Dávalos" April 2017.
• First honorable mention in the National Hall "Magdalena Dávalos" April 2019.
• Mention for participation in the National Hall of Arts "Azogues".
• First Prize of Acquisition in the Provincial Salon of Plastic Arts "Riobamba". November 2019.
Baritone of tessitura, he constantly studies music, painting and film in a particular way, his secondary studies were carried out at the San Felipe Neri Educational Unit of the city of Riobamba, he studied at the Equinoctial Technological University obtaining the title of Engineer in Foreign Trade and Integration International Economics, while developing skills in a particular way by tutoring with various teachers in both painting and theater, always passionate about music.
In 2005 he began his lyrical singing career with Maestro Wladimir Lescano Silva, a student of the prestigious Chilean singer Blanca Hauser whose impeccable vocal technique is a reference and who left his mark on the national artistic environment. The Taste for German Lied has touched his sensitivity to a poem full of nuances and experiences of a time worthy of appreciation for its degree of beauty and simplicity, for which at the moment he is developing a Leadership repertoire; Besides taking the belcanto with great fondness he develops areas of opera and also works on the repertoire of the Napolian Song.
ARTIST STATEMENT
Shapes, colors and textile wefts have been a constant contribution to creativity, managing these resources with knowledge that allows works of art of excellent taste. He upholds clear and direct ideas with his own established and traced style through experimentation and the search for new forms of expression. He perseveres with a philosophy in which success enables the human being to become a timeless work of art that will always resonate in human existence.
PARTICIPATIONS AND PRIZES
• Participation in 2011 in the Salzburg Voice Festival, representing Ecuador, making several presentations during the Salzburg Festival (Austria).
• Recognition from the Riobamba Mayor's Office for the opening of the CASHMERE Art Gallery. November 2016.
• Artist selected in the XLVII National Painting Salon Luis A. Martínez. 2016.
• First Place in the Provincial Salon of Plastic Arts - November 2016.
• First Prize of Acquisition in the Provincial Salon of Plastic Arts "Riobamba Ciudad de las Primicias". November 2016.
• Second place in the National Salon of Plastic Arts "Magdalena Dávalos" April 2017.
• First honorable mention in the National Hall "Magdalena Dávalos" April 2019.
• Mention for participation in the National Hall of Arts "Azogues".
• First Prize of Acquisition in the Provincial Salon of Plastic Arts "Riobamba". November 2019.
