Artist Portrait: Diana Becerra, a Singular Voice in Contemporary Abstraction
Diana Becerra: A universe where art meets emotion and experimentation
In the dynamic landscape of contemporary art, certain voices resonate with particular intensity, carrying within them a unique signature and profound vision. Diana Becerra is undoubtedly one of these artists. Born in the vibrant Spanish capital, Madrid, she embodies the perfect fusion of bold experimentation and raw emotion that touches the heart. Her journey, far from the beaten track, testifies to a ceaseless artistic quest. Trained as a lawyer, Diana quickly felt the irresistible call of creation, which led her to fully embrace her passion. She thus pushed open the doors of the prestigious National Academy School of Fine Arts in New York, a place where innovation and tradition coexist. It is in this stimulating environment that she passionately explored the intricacies of experimental printmaking, confronted the materiality of sculpture, captured the ephemeral through photography, and mastered the richness of mixed media. Since the dawn of the new millennium in 2000, Diana Becerra has methodically woven a visual language all her own. Her work is characterized by a striking organic abstraction, where rough textures and bold material combinations give rise to compositions of remarkable visual force. She navigates with ease between telluric movement and skillfully structured chaos, creating works that question and fascinate.
“I paint fragments laden with color and meaning, surrounded by beauty and art. We simply have to pause and observe to capture them.” – Diana Becerra
An international career marked by successes and notable exhibitions
Diana Becerra's artistic journey is a true odyssey across the globe, punctuated by artistic encounters and memorable exhibitions. Her influence extends far beyond her hometown of Madrid and her place of study, New York. She has also set down her creative suitcases and exhibited her work in art hubs such as Zurich and Venice, before conquering the Parisian scene. Over the years, Diana has shone in more than 15 solo and group exhibitions, disseminating her art across the United States and Europe. Each exhibition is a new opportunity for the public to discover the depth and singularity of her approach. In 2022, a new major milestone marked her career: she joined Horizon World Art. This integration into a gallery resolutely committed to promoting contemporary talent testifies to the recognition of her potential and the exceptional quality of her work. She is now one of the leading artists of this structure, benefiting from first-rate support for her international influence.
Matter as Language: The Tactile Exploration of GROUND and OXIDE III
One of Diana Becerra's most evident signatures lies in her fascination with matter and texture. She doesn't just paint or sculpt; she sculpts the matter itself, breathing life and character into it. Her works invite a tactile exploration, an invitation to feel the physical presence of the work, to perceive its reliefs and asperities. Creations like GROUND , whose very title evokes the deep connection with the earth, soils and geological strata, perfectly illustrate this research. This work, with its rich textures and nuances evoking the depth of the soil, is a metaphor for anchoring and connecting to our origins. In a different register, OXIDE III , immerses us in a mineral universe, where metallic oxides reveal a palette of muted colors and a particular texture, evoking natural processes of transformation and patina. These pieces are not simple images; They are sensory experiences, invitations to question our relationship with the physical world and the processes of creation and degradation that shape it. The use of these raw and evocative materials allows Diana Becerra to create works that transcend the gaze to touch other senses.
Horizon World Art: A Commitment to Excellence and Uniqueness
The alliance between Diana Becerra and Horizon World Art is no accident, but a convergence of values and ambitions. The gallery, renowned for its unwavering commitment to promoting emerging and established talents in contemporary art, has found in Diana an artist whose vision and practice resonate perfectly with its philosophy. Technical excellence, the constant search for singularity in artistic expression, and a bold exploration of forms and concepts are the pillars upon which Horizon World Art is built. Diana Becerra, through her unique approach to organic abstraction and her mastery of materials, embodies these principles. Her representation by the gallery is a logical step in her career, providing her with an international platform to share her work with an ever-widening and passionate audience. This solid support allows Diana to focus on her creation, while ensuring optimal distribution of her works and strengthening her presence on the global art scene.