The DUMBANGER Lectures of Xavier Coronel

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Xavier Coronel, a native of Ecuador, the enigmatic artist at the center of this exploration, is a creative force that defies conventional categorization. Delving into Xavier’s work is like embarking on a journey through a kaleidoscope of emotions and experiences, and it’s clear that this artist’s impact reaches far beyond the confines of a canvas or a single medium.

Sniper (The captain of the lancers had raised his sabre to halt the column), 2022 | Oil, acrylic, latex paint, colored pencil, ink, graphite and liquid paper on pink canvas (169 x 250 cm)

Xavier’s approach to visual art is marked by a refusal to be confined by traditional labels or expectations. They have a profound ability to transcend the boundaries of meaning and explore the essence of imagery itself. What begins as an exploration of meaning evolves into a search for suggestion, delving into the interplay between logic and imagination. Xavier’s canvases, sometimes expanding to monumental proportions, become portals to the uncharted territory of belief, embracing the weird and the wonderful.

The Charisma Factor

Spite Bromance (no one dances quite like my brothers), 2021 | Oil, acrylic, latex paint, glue, chalk, graphite, colored pencil and ink on canvas (Diptych: 273 x 400 cm)

The review’s contemplation of charisma as a central theme in Xavier’s work is intriguing. Often overlooked in contemporary discourse, Charisma emerges as a potent force in their art. It’s the charisma of the image, the way it draws the viewer in and ignites belief. Xavier’s work is a testament to the transformative power of charisma in art, transcending the hero-antihero binary and offering a fresh perspective on what it means to be an artist today.

Dumbanger, 2022 Acrylic, latex paint, oil paint, colored pencil, ink, liquid paper and graphite on canvas (255 x 205 cm)

As we enjoy Xavier’s work, we are reminded of its resonance with broader cultural phenomena and experiences. It’s as if Xavier draws inspiration from life, whether it’s the memory of a fall from a bicycle or the secret shared in a childhood treehouse. His art reflects the human experience, capturing the essence of ordinary and extraordinary moments.

IN THE KNOW : Xaviers art exhibit can be enjoyed on Galeria Ginsberg all September starting the 12th, at their Lima location in 1060 Santa Cuz Ave. Miraflores, for more info hola@ginsberggaleria.com www.ginsberggaleria.com

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