Juan Calzadilla facts for kids
Juan Calzadilla (born in Altagracia de Orituco, Venezuela in 1931) is a famous Venezuelan artist. He is known for being a poet, a painter, and an art critic. This means he writes poems, creates art, and also writes about art.
His School Days
Juan Calzadilla studied at two important places in Venezuela. He went to the Universidad Central de Venezuela and also to the Instituto Pedagógico Nacional. These schools helped him learn a lot about art and writing.
Being an Artist
Juan Calzadilla was a very active artist. He helped start two important groups. In 1961, he co-founded a group called El techo de la ballena. This was an important art group in Venezuela. Later, in 1984, he also helped create Imagen magazine. This magazine was about art and culture.
Juan Calzadilla's art has been shown around the world. He represented Venezuela at the 57th Venice Art Biennale. This is a very big and famous art show in Italy.
His Books
Juan Calzadilla has written many books of poetry. Here are some of his well-known works:
- Dictado por la jauría (1962)
- Malos modales (1968)
- Oh smog (1978)
- Antología paralela (1988)
- Minimales (1993)
- Principios de Urbanidad (1997)
- Corpolario (1998)
- Diario sin sujeto (1999)
- Aforemas (2004)
- Vela de armas (2008)
- Noticias del alud (2009)
Awards He Won
Juan Calzadilla has received important awards for his art. In 1996, he won the National Prize of Plastic Arts of Venezuela. This is one of the highest honors for artists in Venezuela.
See also
In Spanish: Juan Calzadilla para niños
