#7 From La Piedra Sustituta II Series, 2020

José Sierra  

From "La Piedra Sustituta II" Series Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemühle paper Edition of 10 + 1AP Unframed More Editions & Sizes Small: 24 in. H x 14.5 in. W. Edition of 10 + 1AP

This artwork presents a striking composition of vulnerability and strength, centered on a subdued, earthy palette that blends human form with natural elements. A nude figure is intertwined with a large rock, arms encircling it in a gesture that suggests protection and surrender. The subject's skin tone harmonizes with the rock's texture, creating a visual symphony of organic and human material. The backdrop—a smooth, neutral shade—emphasizes the central relationship between body and stone, removing distractions and focusing attention on the tactile intimacy of the scene. The unusual positioning of the figure evokes themes of struggle, resilience, and connection to nature, making the artwork a powerful commentary on humanity's intrinsic bond with the earth. The visual tension and serenity captured in this scene prompt a profound reflection on the endurance and fragility of the human condition.

 "La Piedra Sustituta" Series Showing a body that is hidden is the aesthetic apology for the insane judgment that the artist himself has taken as an excuse for not being "pointed at" or rather as self-pointing. The stone is taken by the body that is unprotected as a metaphor for the weakness that seeks protection, and the body is taken by the stone as a consequence of an insecure state, how can a stone take a body? If this is the one that "institutionally" does it.