"The challenges and rewards involved in biological and cultural regeneration churn like undercurrents in the work of Alec Marin. Whether investigating the mechanisms that drive the brain's neurorehabilitation following a stroke, teaching himself how to paint, or exploring his Chicano identity and ancient Mexica (Aztec) culture, the Oakland-based artist/neuroscientist is captivated by the discovery of connections."
"Approximately 16 paintings, organized by theme more than chronologically, vary widely in what they depict, but establish strong inter-relatability by clustering around teotl. The Aztec concept of divine energy involves the ever-flowing oscillation between life's polarized realities: day and night, birth and death, fire and water, and so on."
"I love the culture, people and art scene of Oakland. The vibe is open, friendly, welcoming."
"In college I was super-focused on biology and didn't do art because the program was too intense. But in grad school, when I got my first paycheck and had spare time in the evenings, I spent all my money on paint, canvases and other supplies."
Alec Marin, an Oakland-based artist and neuroscientist, explores biological and cultural regeneration through his art. His exhibition, 'All That You Change/Changes You,' features 16 paintings that cluster around the Aztec concept of teotl, representing the oscillation of life's polarized realities. Marin's background includes a focus on biology, with degrees from the University of St. Thomas and Baylor College of Medicine. He transitioned from academia to the private sector, drawn to the Bay Area's biotechnology scene. As a self-taught artist, he began painting during graduate school, investing in art supplies with his first paycheck.
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