María Luisa Reid facts for kids
María Luisa Reid (born November 18, 1943) is a talented Mexican artist. She comes from Zacatepec in the state of Morelos. María Luisa is a member of the important art group called the Salón de la Plástica Mexicana.
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Early Life and Education
María Luisa Reid began her art journey by studying decorating and interior design. She attended IPAE from 1960 to 1963. After that, she explored different art forms.
Learning Wood Carving
From 1964 to 1966, she took classes in wood carving. She learned this skill at the Escuela Nacional de Artes Plásticas.
Painting and Tapestry Studies
María Luisa continued to expand her artistic skills. She studied painting from 1967 to 1969. Later, from 1972 to 1973, she learned about Gobelins tapestry. This was at the Escuela de Diseño y Artesanías y Escultura “La Esmeralda.”
Advanced Art Training
She returned to painting studies from 1978 to 1982. This time, she was at the Escuela de Pintura y Escultura “La Esmeralda.” Her passion for art led her to Paris, France. From 1982 to 1986, she studied sculpture at the École nationale supérieure des Beaux-Arts. She completed her bachelor's and master's degrees in fine arts. These degrees were from the University of Paris in Saint Denis.
Artistic Style and Focus
María Luisa Reid creates both paintings and drawings. However, she is most famous for her sculptures. She signs her artworks with "ML Reid." She describes her art as "symbolic abstraction." This means her art uses shapes and forms to represent ideas or feelings.
Exploring Organic Themes
Her recent artworks often feature organic themes. These themes are inspired by nature and living things. She believes that sculpture should connect with all our senses. Her art aims to capture a deep, meaningful essence. She focuses on creating art that is expressive and thought-provoking.
Exhibitions and Recognition
María Luisa Reid has shown her artwork in many places. She has had nine individual art shows. She has also participated in over one hundred group exhibitions.
Solo Exhibitions
Her individual shows have been held at several notable venues. These include the Instituto Mexicano Israelí and the Galería José María Velasco. She also exhibited at the Salón de la Plástica Mexicana. Another important show was at the Galería Pedro Gerson. This gallery is located at the Centro Deportivo Israelita.
Group Exhibitions Abroad
Her art has traveled internationally. It has been part of group shows in France, Spain, Japan, and Cuba. Some of her most important international exhibitions include:
- 300 Latino-americans dans l’espace in Paris.
- IV Encuentro Iberoamericano de Mujeres en el Arte in Alcalá de Henares, Spain.
- Viva la vida Frida in Havana, Cuba.
Special Art Events
María Luisa Reid's work has also been featured in various art events. These include:
- The XXIII Primi Internacional de Dibuix Joan Miró in Barcelona.
- The Primer Salón Annual de Escultura at the Museo de Arte Moderno in Mexico City.
- Four times at the Juguete Arte Objeto at the José Luis Cuevas Museum in Mexico City.
- Six times with the Encuentros Nacionales e Internacionales del Colectivo de Mujeres en el Arte in Mexico City.
Salón de la Plástica Mexicana
She became a member of the Salón de la Plástica Mexicana in 1998. This organization has honored her work. They recognized her at their Salón Annual de Arte Objeto and the Salón Annual de Escultura.
Personal Life
María Luisa Reid lives in Mexico City. She is married to Dr. Mario Olmos Soria. Her family affectionately calls her “Guicha.”
See also
In Spanish: María Luisa Reid para niños
