SOME WHERES I’VE BEEN CYNTHIA ROJAS
Some Wheres I’ve Been
October 17 through November 23, 2024
529 W 20th Street 6W
New York, New York
Cynthia Rojas’ practice occurs freely – she describes “haphazardly” applying paint and the “intuitive” formation of line. Illusion, too, makesitswayintoRojas’images,assheappliespatternsthatcreate animpressionofembroidery.Theresultisdynamic,leavingevidence ofRojas’expressiveprocess.
Architectural features and aerial landscapes have inspired Rojas’ recent works, drawing on the artist’s annual visits to Mexico. The title of this show highlights the nomadic origins of Rojas’ inspiration.Indeed,itisthecolorfulfacadesofhomesinMexicothat havemostinspiredRojas’recentwork.
Cynthia Rojas has exhibited internationally, including group exhibitionsatCMUGalleryinThailand,theArtHotelGranParadiso inItaly,andthePerishTrustinSanFrancisco.Hersoloexhibitions have taken place at Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Branch Gallery in California, and 111 in Osaka, Japan. Rojas has held residencies at ChiangMaiUniversity,MeridianGallery,andothers.
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“Inside Out,” 2024
acrylic
and ink on panel
48 x 60 inches
“Marquee Mall,” 2024 acrylic and ink on wood panel
“Stalking,“ 2024 acrylic and ink on panel
40 x 60 inches
“Layered,”
48 x 72 inches
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“Entry,” 2024 acrylic and ink on panel
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