Oaxacan graphic artist participates in the Latin American Engraving Salon 2023

Eduardo Salazar, better known as E-Ramírez, is one of those selected to exhibit along with more than 50 prominent graphic artists from all over Latin America

AREQUIPA, Peru (sucedeenoaxaca.com).- Engraving is a very important and current expression of art in Latin America, it is alive, it extends across different latitudes, it is mobilized with the serious commitment of artists and this time, an Oaxacan graphic artist , Eduardo Salazar, better known as E-Ramírez, has managed to stand out by being selected to participate in the Third Latin American Engraving Biennial 2023. This event, organized by the Bulla Cultural Association, presents the best of Latin American engraving and brings together more than 50 talented graphic artists from all over Latin America.

The Latin American Engraving Salon 2023 is a platform that seeks to disseminate and promote the art of engraving both nationally and internationally. Every two years, renowned and emerging artists have the opportunity to exhibit their works at the Cultural Center of the National University of San Agustín in Arequipa, Peru (UNSA), where the exhibition is held.

Edward De Ybarra Murguía, curator and director of the Biennial, indicated that this exhibition shows that there is a favorable ecosystem that is promoting engraving in different ways and that is causing it to develop. For the first time there are exponents from other countries, the “Latin American Engraving Salon 2023”, where graphic artists from different cities in Peru, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica and Mexico participate, shows that engraving is developing decentralized manner.

E-Ramírez has stood out for his innovative approach to the world of graphics and design. His art manifests itself as a unique form of expression, where abstraction is combined with elements of visual communication. E-Ramírez draws inspiration from the rich tradition of popular Mexican graphics, abstract expressionism and street-art, creating a visual narrative that moves both the heart and mind of the viewer.

One of the selected works, “Pura Forma”, is a visual representation that addresses stereotypes in bodies, the lack of inclusion and the fragmented world in which we live. Through its symbolic composition and aesthetics, this work invites viewers to reflect on the need to break down the barriers imposed by society, overcome stereotypes and build a world where all bodies are valued and accepted.

A distinctive feature of his work is his ability to merge tradition, culture and the society around him in his works. Through experimentation with traditional printing techniques such as engraving and lithography, E-Ramírez establishes a connection with the artistic legacy of past generations, and the incorporation of digital media in his graphic processes allows him to explore new contemporary forms and styles.

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