Marysole Wörner Baz facts for kids
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Marysole Wörner Baz
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| Born | August 17, 1936 |
| Died | June 22, 2014 (aged 77) |
| Nationality | Mexican |
| Occupation | artist |
Marysole Wörner Baz (born August 17, 1936, in Mexico City – died June 22, 2014) was a talented Mexican artist. She was known for her work as a painter, engraver, and sculptor. Marysole created art for over five decades, exploring many different styles and materials.
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Early Life and Artistic Journey
Marysole Wörner Baz was born in Mexico City. From a young age, her parents encouraged her artistic talent. They gave her pens to draw with instead of pencils. This was because pens cannot be erased, which helped her to be bold and confident in her art.
Marysole chose not to have any formal art training. She was a self-taught artist. She started her career in Paris, France, where her unique style began to get attention. She spent time with older artists from other countries. These artists helped her stay updated on what was happening in Mexican art. This also allowed her to develop a style that was very different from other artists of her time.
Artistic Style and Fellow Artists
Marysole Wörner Baz's art was unique. She was active at the same time as a group called the "Generación de la Ruptura" (Breakaway Generation). This group included artists like Manuel Felguérez and Lilia Carrillo. However, Marysole's style was more like that of European artists living in Mexico. These artists included Leonora Carrington and Remedios Varo.
Marysole explored many different art forms throughout her career. She worked with various materials and techniques. She also experimented with kinetic art, which involves movement. She created installation art, which are large art pieces designed for a specific space.
Exhibitions and Recognition
Marysole Wörner Baz had her first solo art show in 1955. Over the years, her work gained more recognition. By the early 1970s, her art was shown in major museums. These included the Palacio de Bellas Artes and the Museo de Arte Moderno. Her art also became popular with art collectors around the world.
Marysole Wörner Baz passed away in 2014, at the age of 77. She left behind a rich collection of paintings, engravings, and sculptures. Her work continues to inspire artists and art lovers today.
See also
In Spanish: Marysole Wörner Baz para niños
