Clara Montoya

Clara Montoya is an artist from Madrid who has stood out for her multidisciplinary work characterized by a minimalist and conceptual aesthetic. Her training is international, having studied at the Royal College of Art in London, the Cité Internationale des Arts in Paris, The Cooper Union in New York, and finally at Chelsea College of Art in London. Her work moves across a variety of media, such as painting, sculpture, photography, and video, always with a strong presence of geometry and the use of simple forms and clean lines. Montoya has been influenced by minimalist art, and her work focuses on the search for essence and simplicity, attempting to convey the sense that all that is unnecessary has been eliminated. In her works, one can see elements that at first glance may appear to be simple geometric shapes, but upon closer inspection, they acquire a deeper meaning. Furthermore, her work is also reflective and frequently has a social and political undertone, dealing with themes such as identity, exclusion, and gender. Regarding her creative process, Montoya usually works in series, exploring a particular theme or idea in depth. She often uses industrial materials and modern technology in her work, although she has also worked with traditional techniques such as printmaking. Clara Montoya's work has been exhibited in various galleries and museums, both in Spain and abroad, and she has received various awards and recognition for her work. With her refined, conceptual style, Montoya is an artist who never ceases to surprise and captivate her audiences with her ability to convey grand ideas through simple forms.