Mindy Solomon Gallery presents ‘FOLKLORIC ACID: The Work of Einar and Jamex de la Torre,’ September 19th-October 31st at 172 NW 24th St. in the Wynwood Art District, Miami. The Opening Night Reception on Friday, Sept. 19th from 6-9pm, will include a tequila tasting with the de la Torre brothers in attendance, sponsored by Gramps bar. The work of Einar and Jamex, AKA "the de la Torre Brothers," has recently evolved through the use of digital and lenticular printing.
Understanding the frenzy of the work of Einar and Jamex de la Torre is like trying to navigate the running of the bulls in Spain on a tricycle. The chaos coming at you assaults your senses from all sides. Which way to turn? From the baroque sculptural glass and mixed media figures to the multi-dimensional lenticular light box wall pieces, one feels a sense of high stimulation and sensory overload. There is a joyous abandon that accompanies experiencing the work, as well as charm and a folksy narrative that keep the viewer engaged.
Jamex de la Torre states, “'Folkloric' refers to our interest in the Mexican vernacular; ‘acid' represents our contemporary reinterpretations and utilization of new material technologies. In this body of work, we have explored tendencies to revisit our 60s and 70s flower child art roots with free-flowing images of beautiful and strange nature. This we juxtaposed with images of consumerist culture. We see ourselves as baroque artists; our work is deeply layered in terms of material and content. We customarily use glass and mixed media—lately, our work has evolved through the use of digital printing and especially lenticular printing."
These globetrotting artists have a tremendous fan base that spans the continents. Most recently in Belgium and England, every stop on the artistic journey creates another narrative layer to the work. Their interest in public art and community exchange serves as a bridge between the Mexican/American diaspora and the rich and unique culture of Mexico. Their frequent trips across the border are inspiration for works that speak to the challenges of racial stereotypes in a fluid society.
The de la Torre Brothers' utilization of humor combined with high craft and innovative artistic articulation create a dynamic and meaningful visual experience.