Alvaro Urbano Suspends Fleeting Moments of Decay in Metal Plants

"It's an act of making "small monuments of things that normally would disappear or change in a few days, or in minutes," the artist says. Drawing on theater and architecture, Urbano is deeply interested in creating not only standalone works but immersive scenes."

"His sculptures often leave a trail of leaves on the floor or appear to grow directly from the stark gallery wall, their knotted branches jutting out into the space. "The viewer can enter these situations as if they are witnesses (to) a scene that has already started," the artist adds."

Álvaro Urbano creates metal sculptures of plants, capturing ephemeral natural forms in durable materials and rendering their colors and textures through paint. His work transforms vulnerable life forms into permanent monuments, preserving moments that would otherwise vanish quickly. Drawing inspiration from theater and architecture, Urbano designs immersive installations rather than isolated pieces. His sculptures often incorporate scattered leaves on gallery floors or emerge directly from walls with branches extending into the space. This approach invites viewers to enter as witnesses to scenes already in progress, creating an experiential encounter with the artwork.

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