By Julieta Ogando
+20 Artists
La Paternal
Jun 16, 2024
Last night, at @espinosa.estudios, the preview of “LATERAL Vol. 1” @lateral_galeria, a show that brings together the lateral work of 20 artists, curated masterfully by Abril Bellati, took place. This event was not only a visual spectacle but also a deep dive into the less explored dimensions of its creators. Each piece presented, although secondary in the artist's usual practice, shone with its own light, revealing hidden and deeply personal aspects of its creators.
The show forms an appealing journey, where the works, in their diversity, interact with each other, creating a cohesive narrative through the individuality of each artistic expression. It is fascinating to observe how these lateral works, these projects parallel to their main careers, take on a renewed prominence, offering us a window into the most intimate and experimental corners of each artist's practice.
The choice of artists reflects a deep understanding of their inner lives and a tangible connection not only between the works and the audience, but also among the artists themselves, fostered by the curator. The night was a web of encounters and dialogue that renewed the energy of the space.
Undoubtedly, “LATERAL Vol. 1” stands as a transcendental event in the artistic panorama; transcending the notion of exhibition, it emerges as an event that will mark a before and after in the artistic scene. The preview has made it clear that we are facing a cultural phenomenon that will surely give much to talk about.
You are invited to explore this laterality that enables us and discover the richness that emerges when artists venture beyond their comfort zone.