Born in Santiago, Chile (1982), Jose Bacarreza is a visionary contemporary painter whose large-scale oil works explore the profound connection between the human psyche and the natural world. Now based in Perth, Australia, Bacarreza’s art masterfully balances contrasts, beauty and decay, joy and sorrow, strength and fragility, inviting the viewer into an evocative, deeply personal journey.
His compositions challenge the boundaries of imagination, juxtaposing the vastness of the universe with the physical constraints of the canvas. Through intricate symbolism, rich textures, and a striking interplay of color and light, Bacarreza crafts dreamlike narratives that evoke mystery, nostalgia, and fantasy.
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“Yet his work, rather than serving as a mirror of his own life, unfolds as a window — inviting us to witness reality refracted through his eyes, where perception transforms into vision and the ordinary discloses its hidden pulse.”
Mireia Gonzalez, Curator of the Goldfields Art Centre, Australia.
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​​In 2022, Bacarreza showcased his work at the Western Australian Maritime Museum. His artistic journey has since led him to renowned venues, including Puri Lukisan Museum and Taman Dedari in Bali, where he spent the past year. Now, he is preparing for his highly anticipated return to the Australian art scene with his next major exhibition in the Goldfields Art Centre.
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