Ricardo Migliorisi facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ricardo Migliorisi
Born	January 6, 1948 Asunción, Paraguay
Died	June 14, 2019 (aged 71)
Nationality	Paraguayan
Known for	Painting, Architecture
Notable work	"La Carpilla Sixtina", "Los Durmientes"
Awards	1st Premio de Afiches (Prize of Posters), C.I.M.E., United Nations 2nd Premio BIenal del Papel (Prize Biennial of Paper), Buenos Aires

Ricardo Migliorisi was a famous artist from Paraguay. He was born in Asunción, Paraguay, on January 6, 1948. His parents, Isolina Salsa Ferraris and Salvador Migliorisi Tumino, were from Italy.

Ricardo was a talented painter, costume designer, scenery designer, and architect. He won many awards both in Paraguay and around the world. His amazing art was shown in many countries, including the United States and places in Europe. He passed away on June 14, 2019, at 71 years old.

Early Life and Learning

Ricardo Migliorisi went to elementary school at Dante Aliglieri School. Later, he studied at San José School in Asunción.

From a very young age, Ricardo loved art and beauty. His passion for art grew stronger as he got older. He started creating his first artworks when he was eighteen.

When he was young, Ricardo studied Plastic Arts at the Cira Moscarda Studio. This studio was a place where many young artists could be creative and try new things. The experiences he had there helped him develop a unique and bold style in his art.

Ricardo also learned engraving from a skilled artist named Livio Abramo. However, he mostly taught himself art.

Later, he studied Architecture at the National University of Asunción. After finishing his studies, he gained a lot of experience in different countries in Latin America. He worked as a designer for costumes and stage sets.

At first, Ricardo mostly used drawing and painting in his art. But over time, he started adding many different materials and ideas to his creations. Soon, he became known for his fresh, colorful, and imaginative style.

His Artistic Journey

Ricardo Migliorisi became well-known in the art world of Paraguay in the mid-1960s. This was a time when art was changing a lot, with new ideas like Modernism becoming popular everywhere.

Ricardo had many chances to show his artwork. He had solo exhibitions, where only his art was displayed, and also group exhibitions with other artists.

Solo Exhibitions

Ricardo Migliorisi's art was shown in many places around the world. Here are some of his solo shows:

• 1974: "About Monsters and Victims" at the Zea Museum in Medellín, Colombia.
• 1978-1992: Shows at the Arte-Sanos Gallery in Asunción, Paraguay.
• 1986: A special show called "20 years of R. Migliorisi's work" at the Visual Arts Center in Asunción, Paraguay. This show looked back at all his art over two decades.
• 1989: "Birgitta Von Scharkoppen in the Garden of Delights" at the Miraflores Cultural Center in Lima, Peru.
• 1991: "Pompeya's Last Years" at the Italian Latin-American Institute in Rome, Italy.
• 1992: "The Sistine Chapel" at the Rond-Point Gallery in Paris, France.
• 1994: Shows in Miami, U.S.A., and "The Sleepers" in Lima, Peru.
• 1995: Recoleta Cultural Center in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• 1998: An important show at the Mud Museum in Paraguay, linked to his book of drawings.

Group Exhibitions

Ricardo also took part in many group shows with other artists.

• 1968: Interamerican Biennial in Medellín, Colombia.
• 1976: "Today's Art in Iberoamerica" in Madrid, Spain.
• 1981: São Paulo's International Biennial in Brazil.
• 1988: "Three Paraguayan Artists" in Lima, Peru, and "Two Paraguayan Artists" in Maldonado, Uruguay.
• 1990: "Latinarca 90" in Montreal, Canada, and "Art from the South of the World" in Marsala, Italy.
• 1991: "Three Young Latin-American Masters" in Lima, Peru. He also showed his work in Japan and the U.S.A.
• 1992: He was part of the Paraguayan display at the Expo-Sevilla 92 in Spain.
• 1994: V Biennial of La Habana, Cuba.

Awards and Recognition

Ricardo Migliorisi received many awards during his career for his amazing art.

• 1972: He won First Place for Posters from C.I.M.E., a part of the United Nations.
• 1982: He won First Place in the "Benson & Hedges" Contest in Asunción. He was also named "The 12 of the Year" by Caracol Network.
• 1986: He received Second Place at the Biennial of Paper in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• 1992: He was named "Best Artist of the Year" by Radio Curupayty in Asunción.

Where You Can Find His Art

Ricardo Migliorisi's art has been shown in many museums and private collections around the world. Some of these places include:

• The Contemporary Arts Museum in Madrid, Spain.
• The Modern Arts Museum at the National University of Bogota, Colombia.
• The Museum of Zea in Medellín, Colombia.
• The Paraguayan Museum of Contemporary Arts in Asunción, Paraguay.
• The Contemporary Arts Museum in Maldonado, Uruguay.
• The "José Luís Cuevas" Museum in Mexico.

His art is also held in private collections in many countries, such as Spain, the USA, Brazil, Peru, Japan, France, Germany, and of course, Paraguay.

His Unique Art Style

Ricardo Migliorisi had a very special and unique art style. He used many different ways to express himself, including paintings, sculptures, audio-visual shows, and art installations.

His characters often looked a bit unreal. They could be everyday people from Latin America, animals, or figures from old myths. He also drew inspiration from opera, circuses, and even TV shows. All his characters had a wild and imaginative feel.

Migliorisi's art often felt like it belonged on a stage. His characters had a mysterious look, like they were wearing masks, and they seemed to glow under stage lights. He was also known for his amazing use of color. He used strong contrasts, see-through effects, and different textures to bring his art to life. He would use materials like plaster, feathers, glass beads, golden stones, and even seashells in his creations.

His Family

Ricardo Migliorisi's family, who came from Italy, lives in Asunción. He had one sister named María Cristina Migliorisi de Galiano.

Ricardo was in the hospital in May 2019 and needed special care. He passed away on June 14, 2019, when he was 71 years old.

See also

In Spanish: Ricardo Migliorisi para niños