Artist Statement

Through painting I get rid of repetitive thoughts and ideas. My process is meditative and improvised, combined with previously drawn sketches. Organic and unexpected forms are an important part of my work. I am interested in anything that can help me understand the world around me and myself better. In my work I often use imagery from my dreams, previous sketches, and compositions. I also like to experiment with color combinations, which I find to be similar to food cravings. I can't stop thinking about a certain color combination until I use it. Currently I am exploring the use of straight lines, gradients, organic shapes, bright colors, and earthy colors to create a sense of movement, depth, and multidimensionality . I am also incorporating elements of imaginary and real landscapes and floating objects to explore my interest in nature, the spiritual world, and the relationship between control and freedom.

Exhibits

@ Bihl Haus Arts San Antonio, TX

“Nature on the Edge; Mutation and Hybridity in 21st Century Art” Curated by: David Rubin May 22-July 25, 2015 Exhibit walkthrough by Curator on KLRN

@ Clamplight Studios San Antonio, TX On and Off Fredericksburg Studio Tour February 2014 @ Gallery Nord San Antonio, TX “Four Emerging San Antonio Artists” Artists: Ernesto Ibanez, Esteban Delgado, Mark Cheikhet, Enrique Gutierrez January – March 2012 Glasstire Article @ SAMA (San Antonio Museum of Art) San Antonio, TX “Music at the Museum XII” Silent Auction 12 San Antonio Artists Curated by David Rubin January 2012 @ Clamplight Studios San Antonio, TX “Fluidity” New Works (Solo) November 2011 @ The Witte Museum San Antonio, TX Emerging Artists Juried Exhibition and Gala by Inspire Art September 2011 @ Blue Star Red Dot Show San Antonio, TX Sponsored by David Rubin May 2011 @ Serendipity Artspace San Antonio, TX SPACE-New works by Thomas Cummins and Enrique Gutierrez November 2010 @ Una Noche de la Gloria San Antonio, TX Curator and artist of the Contempo area. October 2010 @ Bent Easel Art Gallery San Antonio, TX Contemporary Art Month March 2010 @ La Casa Rosa Art Studio San Antonio, TX Art on the Hill 2nd Friday Artwalk February 2010 @ La Casa Rosa Art Studio San Antonio, TX Collaboration Show April 2011 @ High Wire Art Gallery San Antonio, TX 3 Elements: Bridging, Balance, Bonding December 2010 @ Mexic-Arte Museum Austin, TX Viva la Vida Fest October 2009 @ High Wire Art Gallery San Antonio, TX Art on the Hill 2nd Friday Artwalk November 2009 @ St. Mary’s University Blume Library San Antonio, TX Celebrating the Bicentennial of Edgar Allan Poe: Art, Poetry and Prose. Exhibition November 2009 @ Mexic-Arte Museum Austin, TX Mix ‘N’ Mash December 2009

Independent Artist / Designer

In San Antonio, Texas. From Monterrey, Mexico. Focus: Painting, Object Design. Education: 2007, B.S. in Industrial Design, UANL, Mexico.