Beauty does not exist without her manifestation

La beauté y a pas de manifestation

T H A N K S

Lorna ElizabethProof Reader

Edwin Velasquez CollazoArtist & Writer

Lourdes RaneroArt Writer

Joaquin GonzalezArtist & Art handler

Aurore BrunetArtist & Translator

Ortiz FamilyThanks for all the help

and believing in this project

Felipe MaldonadoStaff

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Special Thanks to

House Of Plastics

L’Pur Art GallerySaudi Arabia

Latin AmericanArt magazine

Art district Art magazine

Luxe Design magazine

Marcano Maldonado (MM) is a fine art consulting and project management firm based out of Miami FL. Through

unique partnerships and creative collaborations, MM has established itself as innovative facilitators in major

art exhibitions and projects throughout Miami and abroad. Combining a unique synergy with artists, collectors

and designers, MM creates opportunities for to each to connect and grow.

MM represents a select group of artists. Celebrating its second Art Basel Week exhibition, MM presents an in-

spiring international collective at Spectrum Art Fair Booth 413. Quoted by Puerto Rico Art News editor Edwin

Velazquez Collazo as an “Exhibition that stands out among the more than 100 exhibitors in the contemporary

art fair for gallery presentation and quality of artists”

Currently on display with two projects: The Wall, curators select a feature artist to exhibit on the main wall during

Spectrum Art Fair. Give us your best shot, a collection of selected contemporary artists that are complied as

an Art Swatch Book distributed to VIP collectors and designers. Through our initiative to make art that engages

with the environment, MM works with galleries curators and museums in producing and promoting exhibitions

in Miami an around the world.

Marcano Maldonado est une société de conseils et gestion de projets artistiques située a Miami en Floride

USA. Grace aux associations et aux collaborations créatives diverses, MM a développé une fine connaissance

artistique et un réseau d’art innovant a Miami et a l'étranger.La combinaison est née d’une synergie unique

entre artistes, collectionneurs et concepteurs. MM crée des opportunités de développement et de coopération

artistiques professionnelles.

Célébrant sa deuxième exposition d art a Art Basel Miami, MM représente un groupe d’artistes internationaux

localise a Spectrum Art, Booth 413 du 3 au 7 Décembre 2014. Citée par le magazine d Art Nouvelles a Puerto

Rico, Edwin Velasquez Collazo considere Art Basel comme est une exposition d’art contemporain qui se dis-

tingue parmi les 100 meilleurs galeries et artistes de qualité.

Grace a son initiative de faire de l’art et dans le respect environnemental MM collabore avec des galeries d

art et musées afin de promouvoir et soutenir des expositions novatrices au niveau national et international.

Jose Marcano / Sharon Maldonado.

THE PROJECT

Contemporary Art is an active international subculture growing in number,

with inherent values which address its own conditions and variations. Con-

temporary Art, is present in everyday use as a general term in reference to

current art as a whole and the way it is perceived. It is inserted within com-

plicated exchanges between diverse cultures creating mutations capable of

generating new trends while setting them in the international high culture

realm. Contemporary art reconstructs the historical discourse concerning 20th

century art from a innovative point of view and delivers the answers about

who we are, what we think, and how we function. It is what we sell and buy,

what we incite it to do, and the interpretations we give it. Contemporary Art is

a scene with a complex structure that defines itself by a multiplicity of prac-

tices and constant promotion of its own representation that support the collu-

sion of its collective consciousness.

In our era, Contemporary Art requires both a broader analysis and rethinking

of basic forms and definitions. The workings of globalization promotes the in-

tegration, interaction and exchange of different points of view, making oper-

able to the artist his surroundings. In this present moment in history, where

direct communication is obscured by the presence of a plethora of gadgets

intended to keep ourselves connected; art is the medium to promote a more

collective awareness, aiming at a broader involvement of people in address-

ing society's changes and challenges.

Art is back in vogueLourdes Ranero

THE COLLECTIVE

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Art fairs are spaces for artistic legitimization which thrive on the abundance of resources

available in the major cities of the world. With a great list of international art fairs, Art Basel

Miami and parallel offerings such as Spectrum Art Fair, provide great opportunities for

artists to be recognized, and to connect with an audience. Art fairs are indispensable pro-

motional platforms for artists and galleries. Art Basel and its parallel exhibitions and cul-

tural events connect artists with the public and the art-market, creating an exciting

environment which bolsters and solidifies relationships amongst artists, art professionals,

and collectors. With more than 2,500 artists participating at the same time in different ven-

ues, new possibilities for newness and novelty emerge. With more than 65,000 visitors,

Art Basel promises a unique experience for both artist and audience.

Art cannot speak for itself, needing a foundation for a discourse and a vehicle to foster it;

this is where Marcano Maldonado artproject enters the panorama. Under the direction of

Sharon Maldonado and José Marcano, Marcano Maldonado artproject espouses emerg-

ing and established artists by introducing them to the art world and helping to shape and

develop their careers utilizing unique strategies. MMartproject has provided art advisory

and consulting services to an ample range of clients not only in the United States, but also

internationally. Marcano Maldonado artproject curates and manages high-quality art proj-

ects in a broad gamut of contexts and environments, while working with outstanding artists

to produce contemporary art collections and art strategies of the highest caliber. It’s mis-

sion is to establish an influential presence in relevant venues while creating inspiring and

distinctive art collections in collaborations with the foremost artists working in a wide range

of mediums. Marcano Maldonado artproject provides full-scale art consultation and ad-

visory services to distinguished private collectors. Their presence in Spectrum Art Fair,

will bring art to another dimension.

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Tic Tac Toemixed media on industrial canvas

101.6 x 152.4 cmAurore Brunet

France

With an awareness of past moments, recombiningthem in a context that evokes history, memory, andpersonal identity; Aurore Brunet creates magical, vi-brant, and translucent works of art that connect to hersoul and her passions. Trained by French master,Aristide Maillol, in Aurore’s art, you will find an enthu-siastic way of meaning and feeling in art.

Untitled 090mixed media on canvas127 x 127 cmDavid RiveraPuerto Rico

Abstract expressionism is defined by David’s art. Through the com-bination of colors and textures, this artist has achieved a unique forcewhere he has adopted a peaceful and mystical approach to a purelyabstract image. With clear influence of the great masters of abstractexpressionism, David Rivera is a must see artist

With a little help from my friendmixed media on canvas

152.4 x 152.4 cmSalvador Gomez

Spain

An ethical graffiti artist with hands perfectly adept in the use of aerosolpaint, creating the clearest strokes. He has achieved cohesive imagesof popular culture, transmitting a message of reflection where the spec-tator is forced to analyze his/her role in society, while always promotinga positive message.

Startcanvas on wood76.2 x 76.2 cmRomagueraPuerto Rico

Romaguera experiments with markings which invite the viewerto perceive and contemplate the latent energies inhabiting hisworks. Integrating iconography, he transport the observer to an-alyze level of consiousness of life and balance. In his constantexploration for truth, he brings us closer to our essential selves.

El Evangelio Segun San Miguelito

mixed media on canvas

152.4 x 152.4 cm

José Peyo Vazquéz

Puerto Rico

Through Peyo's art, the observer will witness a world wherewords find a way to be heard, each one asking for the sameattention and raising personal questions. His work leads theviewer into his deepest thoughts; provoking a spiritual cathar-sis and thereby, providing a relief from a repressed desire.

Stuck in the middlemixed media on wood152.4 x 121.92 cmJustin LyonsUSA

Justin Lyons art is inclined towards allegories and story-telling. Influenced by street art, where the world is his can-vas and the spectator interprets his own connection to thepiece, this artist has captured what defines us as peopleand translates this into powerful images.

Untitledmixed media on canvas

250 x 180 cmTarfa Fahad

Saudi Arabia

Tarfa Fahad has mastered a way to express the complexity of human emotionthat resides in everyone. Thus, helping in our journey to define who we are, look-ing in our past and linking it without fear to our present.

Sea breeze I II IIImixed media on canvas121.92 x 121.92 cmKathy LeedsUSA

Kathy incorporates nature, narrative, and an subcon-scious imagery in her work. She constructs abstractworks which denote a magical and real style, whichtransports the observer through both consciousnessand subconsciousness attaining the purity of abstrac-tion.

Play GroundOil on canvas

91.4 x 91.4 cmLimaris Valdivieso

Puerto Rico

Art causes people to look a little closer and to analyzethe environment that surrounds them. This includesother people, their emotions, and the everyday objectsand life forms that surround them. The artist brings outthat which cannot be seen or felt easily. Through outLimaris Valdieso’s art, she dares us to take a look be-yond our human nature and to strive for the answerswe are searching for.

The Horsemixed media on Paper

Sculpture 228.6 cmJuan Gerlein

Colombia

An architect by profession, but an artist by voca-tion, Juan Gerlain, who works with juxtaposed im-ages in a style inspired by the UKIYO-E tradition,presents the viewer with a proposal where the de-struction and transformation of art coexist. He pro-duces mutated dynamic works with lives of their

own.

Terra Nostramixed media on canvas101.6 x 76.2 cmGaston AbreguArgentina

Influenced by Jackson Pollock, Abregu has a de-fined style of drip painting that gives him the abilityand liberty to discuss and contemplate philosophicalconsciousness and actions. Through his art, you willfind a conduit to explore a higher realm character-ized by constant innovation.

Art Takes Over, ATO, is a public art installation project, bringing art to the people of Miami.For many, a public art collection is a way to enhance and personalize an otherwise imper-sonal space. It not only is part of a city or regional identity, it serves as a major vehicle forengaging local citizens and visitors to have a dialogue through art. ATO combines estab-lished and emerging artists in bringing culture to the forefront of Miami. Through year roundcollaborative and ephemeral displays, ATO, aspires to make art an integral part of our com-munity. Artist who participate in these displays will be documented through media coverageand web presence. ATO is founded on the premise that dialogue is the essential elementin all effective public art endeavors.

a r t t a k e s o v e r @ g m a i l . c o m

Marcano Maldonado does more than consult on acquisitions and organize art exhibitions. Artist

representation is extended to a select group of talented artists at any stage in their career. Nurturing

the creative endeavor in each artist, Marcano Maldonado creates opportunities for growth artisti-

cally and in the global art market. As fine art professionals integrity, quality and aesthetics just

means good.

W W W . M M A R T C O N S U L T A N T . C O M

Peter Vigil

Peter Vigil confronts the everyday or provocative, socialand cultural themes that promote divergent perspec-tives and transcend collective principles. These themesencompass power, structure, excesses, sexuality, for-mality, sadness, and anger as they relate to the interre-lationship of individuals and their environment. Usingbold and vibrant colors, specifically hues of red, to pro-vide the subject a physical sense of existence and tounderscore the passion or fury inherent in interpersonaland emotional experiences. Peter creates the physicalsense of existence to increase the depth and impact ofthe experiences depicted. In a large body of his work,he uses black lines or swatches to conceptualize theconflicting and often subdued perspectives held by in-dividuals, which are at odds with conventional societaland cultural views.

José Peyo Vazquéz

Peyo Vazquez’s journey with art has been in-tense, as life itself. We can describe his work asautobiographical, expressive and intimate. Thevisceral struggles of his conscience and his spiritexposed to the canvas can be violent, cruel,mocking, sensual, or tender. Absent is the resig-nation and disdain, the artist is in constant disputewith fate, society and himself. Peyo studied at theEscuela de las Artes Plasticas in San Juan, PRand currently work in Arecibo, PR

David Rivera

The basis of David Rivera’s body of work is expres-sion based on feelings and emotions. David inter-prets his own meaning in journal like entries oncanvas. Graphic art based on the use of color stim-ulate his passion for painting. His work expressesthe soul and body of situations that surround himat the moment. David is a very promising emergingabstract expressionist artist based in Puerto Rico.

Claudia Nieves

Claudia Nieves’ career as a painter and animator can beseen through her many creative displays and work. Ded-icated to developing unique and original characters thatgrace her canvas, she lure the viewer into an unconsciousnarration of her life. Passionate about illustration and de-sign, Claudia’s work flirts between the two worlds of inno-cence and deviance.

Marne Alder Steven Shooster

The work of Marne Adler evokes a certain nostalgia. De-scribed as magical realism, the artist shows the unreal ina common and everyday verses of poetry. With a partic-ular palette the artist takes us into her world, a very com-plex world full of textured and embossed papersintrinsically high detailed images that leave us lost in ourthoughts. Figurative content of these mostly GrecoRoman Renaissance images transport us through time,the smoothness of the faces with contrasting textures en-velops us in a monologue that makes it very difficult tolook away from these parts; for her conversation is anendless work.

In an ever changing world Stephen Shooster assimilates

himself through the creative depictions of the times.Through his narrative explorations we are transported toevents like epic historical snapshots on the canvas of theartist. Mixing reality with his passions Shooster capti-vates our attention through his monological narrativefilled with symbolism and his unique chromatic palette.

Salvador Gomez Joaquin Gonzalez

The works of Salvador Gómez go beyond the can-vas, most are the materialization of previous inter-ventions on the street and walls unrestricted inwhich he uses industrial materials. In an urbancharacter with a classical sensitivity Salvador bringsa dialogue of everyday experiences

The work of Joaquin Gonzalez if fundamentallyconcerned with a series of complex issues regard-ing the individual in society. Drawing on an array ofpersonal and cultural elements, Joaquin has devel-oped an elaborate symbolic visual vocabulary. Hecreates what one critic has referred to as "an arche-ology of the imagination.

Making money is art and working is art and

good business is the best art.

Andy Warhol

M A K I N G   M I A M I   T H E I R   N E W   H O M E I N   O C T   2 0 1 5

A new shade of gray

Cinza Gallery

now accepting art proposals for 2015 /2016 art seasoncinzagallery@gmail.com

Amygdalamixed media on canvas250 x 180 cm

The wall, is a solo project sector featuring the works

of Saudi Arabian artist Tarfa Fahad. Selected by our

curators for having a dynamic approach to gesture

and composition; Tarfa’s artwork strives to describe

the complexity of human emotions, our joys and

pains, confusion and wonder. Through the use of un-

conventional materials, Tarfa links us to a subcon-

scious state of mind we sometimes forget to

remember.

Tarfa Fahad lives and works in Riyadh Saudi Arabia

eing attached to feelings, memories and emotions within us is something we deal with every-

day and every moment of our life. Knowing, without noticing, how emotive we are

My work aims to express the complexity of human emotions that resides within each of us. It’s aninvitation to reach more deeply ourselves and find what it would look like if we could see that in-tangible thing called emotions. Like the vagueness of memory, or the clarity of a certain moment...The inseparable relationship between them is how we are... full of many things at once…

Tarfa FahadSaudi Arabia

B

e “L’Art Pur” Galleryis one of the largest art galleries in the Middle East.

A t Ta k h a s s u s i B r a n c h S t , A l O l a y a , R i y a d h 1 2 3 3 3 , S a u d i A r a b i a

Phone:+966 55 271 7758

Designed in a museum style, 540 m2 of exhibition space. L’Art Pur” gallery was founded in 1999, in order to nurture Saudicreative environment and help young Saudi talented artists to develop their creativity as well as to support and showcase

exhibitions of high standard for famous Saudi artists and other famous artists from outside the Kingdom.

As part of an Art Basel Miami week project premier; artists for

2014’s contemporary selection bring collectors and designers in

touch with fresh international artists. Give us your best shot

brings an array of emerging artists to the forefront in one of the

worlds most diverse art fairs. New mediums and styles highlight

the visual tonalities each artist brings to the collection. VIP Col-

lectors are able to contact the artists directly, through their limited

edition art swatch book distributed during opening night.

mmartconsultant.commmartproject@gmail.com

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