
Dulce Pareja
Francisco Muñoz Tejeida
Painting - 70 x 125 x 1 cm Painting - 27.6 x 49.2 x 0.4 inch
€665
Painting : acrylic, sand, Pigments, mixed media
29 x 28 x 1 cm 11.4 x 11 x 0.4 inch
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Artwork location: Mexico
"Volador" by the artist Francisco Muñoz Tejeida: A Flight through Time and Tradition
Francisco Muñoz Tejeida, an artist deeply committed to the essence of modern Mexican art, is known for his unrelenting pursuit of expression through painting, engraving, and sculpture. His works evoke the rich cultural heritage of Mexico, capturing its colors, textures, and forms. With each piece, Muñoz Tejeida brings to life the essence of an ancestral culture that refuses to vanish, presenting a passionate connection between the old and the new. His technique demonstrates a profound understanding of artistic language, allowing him to balance emotion with the controlled use of colors and forms.
The Work: A Tribute to the "Volador" Ritual
In the 2024 woodcut piece titled Volador (28x29 cm), Muñoz Tejeida explores the ancient Mesoamerican ritual of the same name. The work, with its dynamic lines and vibrant textures, evokes the flight of the dancers, who spin gracefully from a towering pole, embodying a powerful sense of liberation and unity with the elements. The use of expressive black, red, and blue colors creates a sensation of movement, while white spaces in the background bring lightness, symbolizing the air that supports the voladores as they descend in circles.
The composition's geometric clarity is interrupted by fluid strokes, reflecting the constant tension between structure and freedom, between tradition and contemporary reinterpretation. This energy is palpable, as the rhythmic motion of the figures mirrors the swirling dance of the voladores. Through this, Muñoz Tejeida captures not just a moment in time, but an eternal cultural practice that connects the heavens and the earth.
The Artist: Influences and Artistic Path
Muñoz Tejeida's artistic journey is enriched by the influence of iconic figures such as Rufino Tamayo, Francisco Toledo, and Manuel Felguérez, artists who blended tradition with modernity. His use of bold lines and expressive colors is reminiscent of the abstract expressionist techniques of Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning, bringing a raw emotional intensity to his work. His education at the National School of Visual Arts at UNAM and his time at the Taller de Gráfica Popular allowed him to master the art of engraving, which has been a cornerstone of his career.
Internationally recognized, Muñoz Tejeida has showcased his work in galleries across Mexico, the United States, Europe, and beyond, always emphasizing the vibrancy of his culture through textures and bold hues.
Volador epitomizes Muñoz Tejeida's ability to fuse ancient traditions with contemporary techniques. Through controlled emotional expression and a mastery of color, he pays homage to a ritual that, like his art, transcends time and space. His work invites viewers to experience the beauty of Mexican heritage, evoking a sense of pride and continuity.
Collector’s Guide
Francisco Muñoz Tejeida is an artist born in Mexico City, whose education at the National School of Plastic Arts (ENAP) of UNAM, formerly known as the Academy of San Carlos, laid the foundation for his extensive career as a painter and printmaker. His trajectory is marked by a deep dedication to graphic artistic production at the Taller de Gráfica Popular (TGP), where he worked for many years and developed a unique and distinctive style.
Influences and Style
Muñoz Tejeida is a worthy representative of modern Mexican art, characterized by a vibrant and textured style that integrates influences from pre-Hispanic cultures. His work is filled with folkloric symbolism, following the legacy of great Mexican artists. The influence of masters such as Rufino Tamayo and Rodolfo Nieto, as well as colorists like Henri Matisse and draftsmen like Pablo Picasso and Egon Schiele, is evident in his work, creating a language that, while primitive, is full of indigenous expression and a deep connection to his cultural roots.
Commitment and Experimentation
From the beginning, Muñoz Tejeida has shown an unwavering commitment to the modern vision of art, striving to develop an artistic expression that reflects the cultural richness of Mexico. His painting, printmaking, and sculpture aim to capture the smells, flavors, textures, lines, shapes, and colors of an ancestral culture that refuses to disappear. This commitment is manifested in his experimental work, which combines abstract and expressionist elements without adhering to homogeneous styles, always maintaining a unique and personal identity.
Exhibitions and Recognitions
Throughout his career, Francisco Muñoz Tejeida has participated in numerous group and solo exhibitions in the United States, Europe, Australia, Central America, and especially Mexico, gaining recognition for his ability to create universal images with the color and texture of a culturally rich homeland. His work can attract, impress, and unsettle diverse audiences, standing out for its expressive strength and its ability to generate significant cultural impact.
Technique and Creative Process
Muñoz Tejeida's work is distinguished by his technical experimentation, especially in the field of printmaking, a discipline he learned at the TGP under the guidance of masters such as José Álvarez Amaya, Alfredo Méreles, and Luis Garzón. His creative process is monolithic and totemic, seeking balance and constant vibration in his compositions, whether on canvases or plates. The choice of colors and textures, as well as the organization of themes in series, reflects a deep understanding of artistic language and a controlled emotional connection that brings life and passion to his work.
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