La Professor Covadonga Ríos (area of Aesthetics and Theory of the Arts) participate! these weeks in the newly inaugurated “Joy” exhibition at the Lalabeyou Gallery in Madrid, coinciding with the Madrid Design Festival. The exhibition will be on display in various European galleries after its stay in Madrid.
The teacher and artist, that has been exhibited in multiple exhibitions, presents its collection in "Alegría" JOY, a experimental jewelry series made with plata y minerals that dialogue with waste generated in artistic spaces. Thus, materials ya useless are used as generators de w that propose to reflect on reuse and, in a poetic way, generate a ecological awareness. Thus, it is blurs la border across design and art all with advocate for a sustainable development y respect to the environment.
"Happiness" is curated by Luis Acosta, which has extensive experience in multiple exhibitions. In addition, it features 32 artists such as Alain Roggeman (Belgium), Alexandra Conde (Mexico), Alexandres Stefanis (United States), Andrea de Navarrete (Argentina), Cleopatra Cosulet (Romania), Stefano Fronza (Italy), Oscar Abba (Chile/Spain) or Viki Gómez (Spain), among many others.
In the words of Luis Acosta himself, "Joy" in contemporary jewelry is a variety of approaches that celebrate life, creativity and emotional connection. She inexhaustible source of inspiration and creativity. This concept is manifested in the design, choice of materials, colors y forms. Many of the pieces in this exhibition incorporate vibrant colors, playful shapes and innovative materials such as resins, textiles y recycled materials, allowing them to evoke feelings of happiness and vitality.
Each jewel tells a personal or collective story.a, transforming the everyday into something extraordinary. They focus on the sustainability and creativity, using recycled or unconventional materials, which adds a dimension of hope and responsibility. This combination of aesthetics and social awareness reinforces the idea of that el may be a vehicle for "Joy" and transformation. In this context, the jewelry It is not only an accessory, but a means of expressing emotions, connect with others and celebrate the beauty of life.
To students and professionals of art, design and crafts, this exhibition represents a exceptional opportunity to discover how the jewelry contemporary has been transformed into a means of artistic and conceptual explorationBeyond the aesthetic value, each piece in "Alegría" raises questions about the use of the material, the function of the jewel and its relationship with the body and society.
We invite the university community to attend the exhibition throughout its exhibition weeks, until the 21 March, to immerse yourself in the creative universe of contemporary jewelry and discover the work of some of the most prominent artists in this discipline.