Edgar Carrasco Arteaga.
The Artist of Light
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Regarded as one of Latin America's most prominent contemporary artists, Édgar Carrasco harnesses light as his ultimate element of creation. Acknowledged as a modern alchemist, his process requires working beneath the open sky. There, he molds noble metals by means of fire, water, and acids, allowing copper, bronze, and steel to emanate vibrant colors upon interacting with light—transforming rigid matter into pure contemplation in motion.
The artist shaping large metal canvases.
"Through an impeccable command of abstraction, Carrasco has breathed life into a unique artistic language, rendering his pieces as authentic visual jewels."
"Diversity" Mural: National Assembly of Ecuador, José Mejía Lequerica Hall.
"These works transcend conventional formats to transform their surroundings, bringing beauty to architectural spaces that radiate with visual energy."
Monumental Mural at Hotel Cosmos 100, Bogotá
"Various kinetic sculptures in public spaces captivate passersby, shifting their form as they playfully move and transform alongside the people."
Kinetic Sculpture at Parque de la Juventud (Machala, Ecuador)
"Consolidated by his historic triumph in Europe, the prestige of his work and his lifelong trajectory have earned him the highest artistic honors worldwide."
Mixed Media on Metal
His revolutionary approach to light and metal has left an indelible mark on art historiography. His work is currently the subject of study in seminal contemporary art publications.
Carrasco in the Press: Featured Contemporary Art Publications
World-renowned critics and curators attest to the purity of his visual language. Today, his creations rank among the most highly sought-after and respected works internationally.
Monumental Mural by Edgar Carrasco in the Lobby of the University of Cuenca
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