PAPEL
PATY RAMIREZ-SANCHEZ NACHO SANCHEZ
OPENING RECEPTION - AUGUST 5, 2023
SHOW CLOSING- SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Photo by: Suzy Villaruel
In their art exhibition titled "PAPEL," Paty Ramirez- Sanchez and Nacho Sanchez invite viewers to celebrate the versatility of a seemingly ordinary material: paper. As devoted art educators and parents, they draw inspiration from their own children's fascination with art and play, recognizing the inherent value of expression and exploration.
The exhibition space is warm and intimate, mirroring the artists' own art studio where their children gravitate towards a small desk equipped with markers and paper. The simple act of providing materials for creative expression serves as a grounding reminder of the times when art serves as a catalyst for boundless imagination.
Nacho's works challenge traditional notions of paper as he delves into the origins and techniques of papermaking. He breathes new life into discarded newspapers and pulp, transforming them into intricate pieces. By giving paper a renewed purpose, Nacho pushes the boundaries of its possibilities and creates a whole new mode of expression that invites viewers to question their own preconceptions.
On the other hand, Paty's artistic practice revolves around portrait photography, skillfully using lighting and depth-of-field effects to create captivating moods within her images. Her portraits transcend the two-dimensional realm, as she intricately elaborates on the individuals and objects she captures, infusing them with a sense of wonder and sainthood. Through her lens, Paty immortalizes moments that are both deeply personal and universally sacred, prompting viewers to contemplate the hidden narratives within each frame.
Within the exhibition space, a harmonious dialogue emerges between Paty and Nacho's works, as they explore texture, color, tradition, and innovation. By blending their unique artistic perspectives, Paty and Nacho invite viewers to appreciate the profound beauty and expressive potential inherent in the simplest of materials and moments.
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Photo by: Suzy Villarruel
Artist Biography: Paty Ramirez-Sanchez
Paty Ramirez is a multidisciplinary artist, photographer, painter, and designer with a strong passion for people, culture, textures and spaces. Paty's vintage inspired works are emotionally captivating and created through different materials and processes such as photography, digital manipulation/ enhancement and scans of objects and materials. Her work mainly focuses on Latino culture, life, and a sense of belonging as a woman of color. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Paty completed a Bachelor of Arts
with a Minor in Art History, where she became a lower school educator in the Arts.In her spare time she collaborates with other creatives in Houston and captures individual and family milestones through portraits.
Artist Biography: Nacho Sanchez
Ignacio E.Sanchez, better known as “Nacho”, is a Mexican-American graffiti artist whose work is inspired by culture, color and patterns. Nacho began to explore art as a teen through drawings and illustrations.He would later expand his scale through paintings utilizing various mediums such as acrylics/ ink/ pastels and oil bars then graffiti art with aerosol paint.
Most recently, Nacho has also delved into carpentry by making frames for his works. He graduated with a bachelor in arts from the University of Houston where he took university art courses to further develop his techniques and refine his processes. In his spare time, Nacho has taught youth art classes to Houston’s underserved neighborhoods. He also supports his wife’s photography business by building backdrop sets and assisting her as needed during photoshoots. Nacho is currently working as an art educator teaching Prek- 4th grade at a local catholic school in Houston Texas.
Nacho currently resides in Houston’s historic Third Ward where is working with local businesses and nonprofits to bring color and life to the neighborhood. Nacho Sanchez’s art and style has evolved into something that incorporates various techniques and mediums in his work throughout his art journey and has been the source of inspiration. All of Nacho’s artwork is inspired by real life experiences specifically around the themes of change and movement. Most recently, Nacho has been able to travel often and deeply through Mexico and South America. As a result, culture has served as a recent inspiration. The vibrant colors and energetic textures of Latin American cultures to be visually captivating and emotionally moving are reflected deeply in his work.
