Emilio Chapela
Emilio Chapela
Emilio, born in 1978 in Mexico City, has established a unique artistic practice that intertwines the realms of art, science, technology, and ecology. His diverse oeuvre spans multiple disciplines, utilizing moving images, sculpture, painting, and installation to delve into complex themes that bridge the natural world and scientific inquiry.
Through his art, Emilio seeks to explore and visualize profound concepts within astronomy and physics, translating cosmic phenomena and the laws of physics into visual forms that captivate and educate. His interest in climate and geology surfaces in works that address the dynamic processes shaping our planet, from shifting tectonic plates to atmospheric changes influencing global weather patterns.
La Seine, 2022
Hand-painted inkjet print photograph
60 x 80 cm
Amazonas, 2022
Hand-painted inkjet print photograph
60 x 80 cm
Waterfall 2, 2022
Hand-painted inkjet print photograph
60 x 80 cm
Tequendama, 2022
Hand-painted inkjet print photograph
60 x 80 cm
Emilio's engagement with natural landscapes—such as rivers and mountains—further highlights his commitment to exploring the interconnections within ecosystems. His work often reflects on the flow of rivers or the stoic presence of mountains, using these elements as metaphors for broader ecological and geological narratives.
Chapela approaches the environmental crisis from different angles, blending philosophical and historical perspectives with a critical analysis of programming, the internet and artificial intelligence. He also integrates scientific and anthropological research to condemn the pollution of rivers and other bodies of water in Latin America, which stems from large-scale infrastructure projects rooted in outdated notions of development.
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Emilio Chapela | 2024 | Official website | https://www.emiliochapela.com/
Emilio Chapela | 2024 | ARTSY | https://www.artsy.net/artist/emilio-chapela