Cesc Abad

Cesc Abad, an artist born in Barcelona in 1973, has developed a strong passion for humanity and its relationship with nature throughout his years of experimentation. After studying the great masters of painting, Abad found his technical tool in post-impressionist brushwork and his history in symbolism. This blend is reflected in his artwork, which is both figurative and conceptual, the result of an introspective effort from the perspective of nature. Abad's main work is done in large formats using oil and acrylic paint. Furthermore, ceramics also have a very special place in his art. Rather than being an archaeological discovery, Abad's ceramics are iconographic with multiple figures and readings. They are accompanied by a very special color scheme that gives his works a myriad of visions and interpretations. The narratives we can observe in Abad's ceramic works seek to explain certain actions that can be as everyday as desire, lust, mystery, or passion. All of these concepts are intrinsically linked to human nature. The viewer can enjoy different stories or moments that enrich the human condition. In some ways, they are somewhat reminiscent of Sumerian bas-reliefs, whose stories were configured in bands or registers around the vessel and whose initial content was fundamentally religious and votive. Abad's ceramics feature a wide variety of colors, including yellows, greens, blues, and reds, giving them a brilliance somewhere between kitsch, pop, and natural. His works of art allow people to observe the landscape differently, as if one could zoom in on a piece of forest. Simply slide your finger across the screen to discover sometimes a true animal world, sometimes a dreamlike world, and sometimes a dystopian one. Overall, Abad's art raises many questions for the viewer, making it an introspective experience well worth experiencing.