In his new solo exhibition "Bayamonesque" at the Nino Mier Gallery in Brussels, artist Jose Lerma delves into the themes of identity and representation. Inspired by Jean-Léon Gérôme's painting at the Musée d'Orsay, Lerma employs minimal brushstrokes and acrylics applied with unconventional tools, allowing for innovative textures in his portraits. The title references his Puerto Rican roots, and the work vacillates between abstraction and realism, aiming to bring attention to those often overlooked, emphasizing their essential features in an engaging manner.
Jose Lerma's new exhibition "Bayamonesque" highlights a unique blend of realism and abstraction, capturing figures often hidden in the background while focusing on essential features.
In "Bayamonesque," Lerma emphasizes the significance of painted elements in portraiture, revealing how abstraction allows for deeper exploration of identity and resemblance.
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