Hector Augusto Rodriguez

Hector Augusto Rodriguez is a Colombian abstract artist renowned for his evocative explorations of dreams, experiences, and emotions through vibrant color and dynamic line work. Inspired by the human condition and the world around him, Rodriguez translates his inner world onto canvas with a distinctive personal style honed over 50 years of artistic practice. His work invites viewers to connect with the raw energy and expressive power of abstract art.

Rodriguez's formal art education began in 1973 at La Rejilla Workshop Gallery under the tutelage of master Carlos Santacruz. He continued his studies throughout the years, attending workshops focused on the human figure with Juan Manuel Lugo (1993), oil painting with Yolanda Meza (1993), and a seminar on intertextual painting led by Pere Salabert Solé (1996) at the Luis Ángel Arango Library. This diverse training provided a strong foundation for his artistic exploration and development.

While the provided resume doesn't explicitly mention specific awards, it highlights Rodriguez's extensive participation in prestigious exhibitions, showcasing the recognition of his work within the art world. His inclusion in the First International Biennial of Contemporary Art in Cali (2022) and his collaboration with American composer Margin Alexander in "Voices & Faces" (2023) further demonstrate the reach and impact of his artistic contributions.

Rodriguez's notable exhibitions include:

* La Rejilla Gallery (1975)
* Luis Ángel Arango Library (1977) – “New Masters of Colombian Painting”
* Museum of Contemporary Art – MAC – El Minuto de Dios (1978)
* Prisma Gallery “8 Artists – 8 Techniques” (1980)
* CAFAM La Floresta Shopping Center Gallery (1981)
* Museum of Contemporary Art – Gilberto Alzate Avendaño Foundation “VIII Salón del Fuego” (1983)
* First International Biennial of Contemporary Art, Cali, Colombia (2022)
* International Designer League Digital Art Exhibition, Dubai (2023)
* UnifestEsArte, Unicentro Shopping Center Bogotá (2023)
* Controversia Gallery – International Art Symposium “Respect for Difference,” Bogotá (2023)