Gastón Ugalde facts for kids
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Gaston Ugalde
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Gaston Ugalde at Paris Photo LA 2014
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Gaston Ugalde
1 July 1944 |
| Died | 14 October 2023 (aged 79) |
| Nationality | Bolivian |
| Education | Bachelor of Fine Arts |
| Alma mater | Vancouver School of Art |
| Occupation | Artist |
Gastón Ugalde (born July 1, 1944 – died October 14, 2023) was a famous artist from Bolivia. Many people called him "the most important living Bolivian artist." Some art experts even called him the "Andean Warhol" because of his creative and unique style.
Gastón Ugalde was born in La Paz, Bolivia. He became well-known for his bold and sometimes surprising art. He explored many different ways to make art. This included painting, photography, collages, and even large art pieces placed in nature (called land-art). He also created prints and installations.
Throughout his long career, Ugalde showed his art all over the world. He had more than 90 solo shows, where only his art was displayed. He also took part in over 100 group exhibitions with other artists. He proudly represented Bolivia at major international art events. These included the Venice Biennale and the São Paulo Biennial.
Gastón Ugalde passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 79.
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Gastón Ugalde's Art Journey
Gastón Ugalde was a very active artist who showed his work in many places. He participated in important art shows called "biennales" around the world. These events bring together artists from different countries.
Exhibitions Around the World
Ugalde's art was seen in many major cities. He had shows in places like Venice, Italy (in 2001 and 2009). He also exhibited in São Paulo, Brazil (in 1978, 1981, and 1985). Other cities included Paris, France (1982), and Havana, Cuba (1986 and 1999).
He also showed his art at the Bienal do Mercosul (in 1997 and 2015). This is another important art event in South America. His work was also part of the Trienal de Chile in 2009.
Notable Art Shows
Gastón Ugalde's art was displayed in many galleries and museums. Here are a few examples of where his work was shown:
Recent Exhibitions (2010s)
- 2019: He had a solo show at Peru Arte Contemporaneo (PArC). He also presented "Illimani In-situ."
- 2018: He had two solo shows at Puro Gallery in La Paz, called "Choqueyapu" and "Illimani."
- 2017: He was a guest artist at Photo London. He also had a solo show at Salar Galería de Arte in La Paz.
- 2016: His work was shown at Gallery Kayafas in Boston, USA, and Fabien Castanier Gallery in Los Angeles.
- 2015: He participated in the Bienal 10 do Mercosul in Brazil. His art was also seen in London and Paris.
- 2014: His work was part of "Territorios de la imagen" in Lima. He also had a solo show at Paris Photo LA.
- 2013: He was an invited artist at IX Buenos Aires Photo. His art was also shown at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, D.C.
- 2012: He had a solo show called "Almas de Sal" at the Museo Nacional de Arte in La Paz.
- 2011: He had a solo show at ARTBO in Bogota. His art was also displayed in Miami and London.
- 2010: His work was shown at the Saatchi Gallery in London. It was also seen in museums in Berlin and Trier, Germany.
Earlier Exhibitions (1970s-2000s)
- 2009: He was part of the 53rd Venice Biennale.
- 2001: He also participated in the 49th Venice Biennale.
- 1997: He was part of the first Visual Arts Biennial of MERCOSUR.
- 1992: His art was shown at Expo Seville ’92 in Spain.
- 1990: He was part of "Mito y Magia en las Americas" in Monterrey, Mexico.
- 1985: He participated in the XVII Biennial of São Paulo.
- 1982: His work was shown at the XII Biennial of Paris.
- 1979: He was part of the XV Biennial of São Paulo.
See also
In Spanish: Gastón Ugalde para niños
