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RODRIGO Marcos

Marcos Rodrigo: A Journey Through Tradition and Modernity

Born in Old Castile in 1957, Marcos Rodrigo grew up in an environment steeped in tradition. At the age of 4, his family moved to a small village in the Lot region, where he discovered the raw beauty of the natural landscapes and materials. Influenced by his father, a sculptor and craftsma...

Marcos Rodrigo: A Journey Through Tradition and Modernity

Born in Old Castile in 1957, Marcos Rodrigo grew up in an environment steeped in tradition. At the age of 4, his family moved to a small village in the Lot region, where he discovered the raw beauty of the natural landscapes and materials. Influenced by his father, a sculptor and craftsman, he was introduced early on to the art of shaping wood and stone, developing a profound sensitivity to textures and materials.

As a teenager, he refined his talent for drawing, finding solace in visual arts during his years in boarding school. The solitude of this period fueled his imagination, allowing him to explore the connection between line and emotion.

In the early 1990s, after several transformative journeys across Europe, Marcos Rodrigo began working with oil painting. A passionate autodidact, he drew inspiration from diverse sources: the grace of Italian Madonnas, the vibrant palettes of the Impressionists, the strength of Spanish painters, and the intensity of German Expressionists. These influences converged into a personal style that seamlessly blends classicism and modernity.

An active member of "Arts et Lettres de France" and "Artistes Indépendants", Marcos Rodrigo has been exhibiting his works since 1993 in individual exhibitions and salons across France and abroad, earning a prominent place in the contemporary art scene.

The Feminine Portrait: The Core of His Artistic Universe

At the heart of Marcos Rodrigo’s artistic expression lies the female portrait, which occupies a central role in his oeuvre. His depictions of women, at times enigmatic and at others expressive, convey a restrained sensuality. They reveal themselves in fragments, often protected by introspective poses or symbolic accessories that obscure part of their essence.

In his works, the women appear both near and unreachable, captivating the gaze yet never fully surrendering to it. This subtle tension creates a fascinating dialogue between the canvas and the viewer, where personal emotions and reflections intertwine.

Between European Tradition and Urban Vitality

While deeply rooted in European pictorial traditions, Marcos Rodrigo integrates a modern vitality into his works that evokes the energy of street art. His bold brushstrokes, layered textures, and material effects resemble urban walls weathered by time and marked by spontaneous artistic interventions.

Today, Marcos Rodrigo continues to captivate audiences with the richness and depth of his work. His portraits delve into the complexities of the human soul with rare intensity. Each canvas invites contemplation, merging intimacy with universality.

Marcos Rodrigo does not merely depict his subjects; he unveils their essence, offering viewers a visual and emotional experience like no other.

Marcos Rodrigo: The Words of the Gallery

I was familiar with Marcos' paintings and sculptures through my colleagues, and then Paul, his agent, introduced me to his latest works— even more expressive, with a powerful movement, a liberated gesture, a refined palette, and a breath of modernity, strength, and femininity, a subject he masters so well. I was inspired to represent his work in Bordeaux and to draw from his energy.

Marcos, speaking about this latest body of work, describes it as a moment of maturity and a newfound freedom finally expressed.

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