Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center to host Baroque World of Fernando Botero

Written by Timothy Underwood Monday, 16 January 2012 20:29

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center is pleased to present, The Baroque World of Fernando Botero, the artist’s first American retrospective in over 30 years. The unforgettable works of the Colombian painter, sculptor, and draftsman resonate with thought-provoking political and social commentary. His exaggeratedly rounded forms depict the comedy of human life – moving or wry, baroque in expression, sometimes with a mocking observation, sometimes with a deep, elementary emotion. On exhibition 30 May through 16 August, 2009.

Drawn exclusively from Botero’s private collection, the 100 works featured in this exhibition, including previously unpublished paintings and drawings, represent the full scope of his oeuvre from a uniquely personal perspective. Many of these—portraits of friends and family members and remembered scenes—have remained in the artist’s possession since their creation, while others he has bought back over the years as markers of significant developments in his career.

“Fernando Botero is one of the most successful and celebrated artists working today, and the sculptures, paintings and drawings of this exhibit reflect his radical and unique style,” said FAC Curator Tariana Navas-Nieves. “From gigantic bronzes of voluptuous women to stunningly beautiful paintings based on works by Diego Velázquez, Piero della Francesca and other great masters, this exhibition is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience Botero’s engaging and dramatic works.”

The Fine Arts Center will host a very special Opening Celebration on Friday, May 29; from 5-8 p.m. Admission is free to FAC members and $25 for non-members. The exhibit will run regular museum hours from May 30 – Aug. 16. Admission is free for FAC members; $15 for non-members. FAC Curator of Latin American Art Tariana Navas-Nieves.

This exhibition is sponsored by El Pomar Foundation, GE Johnson Construction Co., and La Casita Patio Cafe.

The Fine Arts Center is the only museum in Colorado, and one of just nine nationwide to host this exhibition. Visit :  www.csfineartscenter.org