Bosque Seco Tropical Montes de María. Pigment Print, 2022

Miguel Winograd  

Bosque Seco Tropical Montes de María, 2022 by Miguel Winograd . From the Enjambre Series. Pigment Prints . Image Size: 43 in H x 32.5 in W . Edition of 5 + 2AP . More Editions & Sizes: Medium: 26.5 in H x 20 in W.  Edition of 7 + 2AP. Color Edition . Unframed 

The artist looks for a path between tangled branches. Reconfiguring a personal archive of diverse Colombian landscapes, experimenting with a variety of printing materials to reconstruct a whole from these fragments, recreating a forest in the center of Bogotá. Wynograd also examines a historical archive of landscapes, the roots of his own vision. He believes that the old mimetic dream of photography is still alive. These exercises aim to weave a series of visual connections and reflect on the complex web of interdependencies between humans and nature. If there is a light of hope in the midst of overlapping crises, it is the awareness that we all belong to a whole. Perhaps these images can help in that reflection.
 This artwork captures the ethereal beauty of a mist-laden jungle, saturated in lush, verdant hues. The composition is a masterful interplay of light and shadow, with sunlight filtering through the dense canopy, creating an almost mystical ambiance. Towering trees stretch skyward, their silhouettes softened by the enveloping mist. Large, broad leaves in the foreground add depth and texture, leading the viewer's eye deeper into the scene. The mist, a key element, imparts an otherworldly atmosphere, blurring the boundaries between reality and imagination. This piece excels in conveying the profound tranquility and mystery of untouched nature, inviting contemplation and a sense of wonder. By capturing the jungle in this transitional state, the artwork emphasizes the ephemeral beauty of natural environments, highlighting their intricate detail and serene majesty.