Juan Rojo was born in Valladolid, Spain in 1977. He graduated from the University of Salamanca, Spain with a degree in Fine Arts, and obtained his Masters degree in Painting and Video at the University of Maryland, College Park. Rojo’s figurative paintings investigate the relationship between decoration, intimacy, and trust. Masks and costumes are present in most of his pieces, and are used to explore the personal narratives of the models and the social concerns of the artist. In his paintings, these individual narratives and social commentaries are intertwined, the product of the collaborative process between model and artist which materializes at the photo shoots. This playful, collaborative approach helps Rojo to discover new forms and to deepen his exploration of the figure.
Memphis backyard, 2020
2020 Acrylic and mixed media on polytab
