Clara Montoya

Clara Montoya - Salt Statue

Technique: Wood, aluminum and salt

Artist Biography: 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, at Cité Internationnale des Arts in Paris, at The Cooper Union in New York and finally at Chelsea College Art in London.Her work moves in 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, trying to convey the feeling that everything that is unnecessary has been eliminated. In his 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.In addition, his work is also reflective and often has a social and political undertone, dealing with issues such as identity, exclusion and gender.In terms of his 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 Print. Clara Montoya's work has been exhibited in various galleries and museums, both in Spain and abroad, and she has received several awards and recognitions for her work. With her refined and conceptual style, Montoya is an artist who never ceases to surprise and captivate her audience with her ability to convey great ideas through simple forms.