Jorge Lopez García

Biografía

This brilliant artist from Oaxaca, Mexico, like his more famous neighbor and mentor, the legendary Rufino Tamayo, is a native Zapotec indigenous to Oaxaca, Mexico. Jorge is in touch with his roots and brings all of the mythology and visual fantasies of these ancient people into his art. His celebration of life shines through his art in his use of the ancient Zapotec symbols. Jorge also portrays the mystery and drama of rebirth throughout the cycles of life seen visually on earth throughout the eternal seasons. He combines the ancient native legends with the allure and mystery of Zapotec women and the eternal life force represented by the exotic fruits of the earth. Also the plants, the fish, and the animals of Oaxaca, are all interwoven into lyrical compositions celebrating the magical environment that is Oaxaca, Mexico. Also known for his cubistic portraits in jewel tone colors and subtle gradations in all mediums, Jorge’s romantic and stunning images have been shown around the world and are internationally recognized.