Arturo Lemus, a Mexican visual artist, masterfully captures the human form and spirit through his figurative paintings. Inspired by the interplay between humanity, nature, and technology, his work explores these complex relationships, often juxtaposing natural landscapes with metallic figures or incorporating elements of ancient cultures. His artistic journey reflects a deep commitment to exploring the human condition within a rapidly evolving world.
Lemus’s formal artistic training began at the FARO de Oriente Cultural Center in Mexico City, where he honed his skills in both sculpture and painting (2001-2005). He further enriched his artistic understanding with a scholarship to study Art History at the Casa Lamm Cultural Center, graduating in 2010. This blend of practical artistic skill and theoretical knowledge informs his unique artistic voice and allows for a nuanced exploration of thematic concerns within his figurative work. His early career saw him participating in numerous group exhibitions, establishing his presence within the Mexican art scene.
Over his 22-year career, Lemus has gained international recognition, exhibiting in countries such as Canada, the United States, Cuba, the United Kingdom, and Germany. His work has been showcased at prestigious venues like the Miami Art River during Art Basel and The Tallantyre Gallery in the UK. He was honored with an Honorable Mention at the "Kodomo no hi" exhibition by the Mexico-Japan Association (2015) and recognized for his work by UNESCO in Caracas, Venezuela (2018). His inclusion in the "Leonardo Guide" by Galería Arte Libre in Madrid further solidified his position as a notable contemporary artist.
* 2006 - "Chalco Historia", Chamber of Deputies of the Federal District
* 2007 - "Opuestos y Complementarios", Miami Hi Proyect, Miami, Florida, USA
* 2010 - "México en el corazón", Centennial College, Toronto, Canada
* 2011 - "Amor a Japón", Mexico-Japan Foundation
* 2012 - "África", Embassy of South Africa and Government of the State of Mexico
* 2015 - "Kodomo no hi", Mexico-Japan Association
* 2018 - "Scape", The Tallantyre Gallery, United Kingdom
* 2018 - Miami Art Fair, Miami Art River, Art Basel
* 2023 - "The beauty of horror", Promenaden Central Station, Leipzig, Germany
* 2024 - "Tesoro de la tierra", Centro Cultural del México Contemporáneo, Mexico City
CHIMALHUACÁN
México
Exhibition "Tratos, relatos y retratos"
