Los Angeles, CA, 09/4-27/2008 —Following her recent journey to her native Mexico, Maria Teresa Chavez Montes returns to Los Angeles, bringing a refreshed and vibrant approach to her distinctive style of painting.
Drawing profound inspiration from the celebrated Zacatecas poet Ramon Lopez Velarde, her new exhibition, “Zozobra” (Uneasiness), offers an evocative exploration of artistic expression and cultural heritage.
This compelling exhibit features 28 innovative works of tempera on paper, showcasing Maria Teresa’s mastery in manipulating this medium across various styles and dimensions. Each piece creates a terrestrial abstraction, blending organic silhouettes, ethereal passages, and twisted metallic forms. These elements evoke a nostalgic yet dynamic connection to distant lands and forgotten spaces. Through her use of color, Maria Teresa captures an antique, picturesque essence of nature, conveying the deep-seated emotions and fervor of a woman straddling the cultural border between Mexico and the United States.
Curated by Omar Holguin, “Zozobra (Uneasiness)” introduced the internationally renowned artist Maria Teresa Chavez Montes at the Mexican Consulate in Los Angeles. The exhibition received outstanding reviews and widespread acclaim.
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Born in Zacatecas, Mexico, Maria Teresa initially pursued a career in dentistry, graduating as a Dental Surgeon from the University of Zacatecas. However, her passion for art eventually led her to change paths. She earned degrees in art, textile design, and museography from the Zacatecas Institute of Culture Ramon Lopez Velarde. Over the years, her work has gained international acclaim, with exhibitions in Japan, Cuba, Germany, France, Mexico, and the United States.
The “Zozobra” exhibition will be on display for two weeks at the Mexican Consulate in Los Angeles, located at 2401 West 6th Street in Downtown. The opening reception will take place on September 4th at 7:00 pm and is an exclusive, invitation-only event. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to meet Maria Teresa Chavez Montes and gain insights into her creative process and the inspiration behind her latest works.
To experience this extraordinary collection and celebrate the rich cultural tapestry it represents, please RSVP for an invitation to the opening reception. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the evocative world of “Zozobra” and witness the artistic evolution of Maria Teresa Chavez Montes.
