Carlos Tárdez
About
Spanish artist Carlos Tárdez graduated in Fine Arts from the Complutense University of Madrid. Both his paintings and sculptures are a constant pursuit of technical perfection, which he combines with humor, satire, and puns. Therefore, in many cases, he has resorted to animals and mythology to express feelings and situations found in our contemporary society. His work blends a figurative pictorial tradition with elements of current language.
In his latest series, the language of graffiti appears on his recognizable neutral backgrounds, a two-dimensional and direct language which contrasts with the reality represented in his painting. The void and defined space, the gaze and iconographic and mythological symbols continue to be the guiding thread of Carlos Tárdez’s work. A scenario in which he develops an enigmatic narrative with a hint of inconsistency or incorrectness that invites interpretation by the viewer.
Since his beginnings, he has received numerous awards, among which we can highlight his three Medals of Honor in the BMW Painting Prize, received in 2010, 2018, and 2021. His work is part of recognized collections and he is becoming a regular participant in international art fairs.
Works