Carlos Barrios: Heart Songs

Queensland-based artist Carlos Barrios is returning to Mitchell Fine Art in Fortitude Valley with his solo exhibition, ‘Heart Songs’, from February 10th to March 7th.

The exhibition brings together a collection of artworks spanning decades of Barrios’ practice that are a combination of his primal relationship to art-making. Expressed as his “heart’s songs”, the works characterise Barrios’ creative practice through invocations of love, soulfulness and melancholy.

Raised in El Salvador, Central America and the son of an archaeologist, Barrios was introduced to the art and artefacts of ancient cultures at a young age. This vital and transportive force felt when observing these artefacts and sites informs Barrios’ life-affirming outlooks, which are held strong despite witnessing atrocities during the decade-long Salvadoran civil war. Creating art is a reflexive and indispensable element of living itself for Barrios. Through a heartfelt display, Barrios hopes to share this transformative capacity of art and life.

Good to know – An Opening Event will be held on Friday, February 13th, 6-8pm, with Carlos Barrios in attendance and an Artist Talk will be held on Saturday, February 28th, from 2pm. This is a wonderful opportunity for art lovers and enthusiasts as Carlos delves deep into the inspiration of his artistic practice.

Need to know – Art enthusiasts can also follow/like the gallery on Facebook and Instagram or sign up to the gallery’s mailing list to receive info on exhibitions and events. For those unable to attend in person, the exhibition can be viewed online at Mitchell Fine Art.

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