There is an essential spiritual aspect in Kindi Llajtu's works. They feature a meeting between the abstract and the figurative, the human and the organic. Neither takes center stage; they dialogue and coexist symbiotically, like the balanced relationships in nature.
Kindi Llajtu, hailing from the Inga community of Putumayo, Colombia, is part of a generation of indigenous artists who, with a solid academic background, have made a significant impact on the art scene. His work is a unique blend of his distinct cultural heritage and contemporary knowledge of Western art techniques, practices, and history, allowing him to navigate the current artistic production context adeptly.
Born Vicente Álvarez Jacanamijoy in 1974, he adopted his artistic name, which means "Hummingbird Plumage," after a revelation during a yagé ceremony, reflecting his deep connection to his cultural heritage. He studied Fine Arts at the National University of Colombia, graduating in 1998, and has exhibited his work in Colombia, Mexico, France, and Brazil.
There is an essential spiritual aspect in Kindi Llajtu's works. They feature a meeting between the abstract and the figurative, the human and the organic. Neither takes center stage; they dialogue and coexist symbiotically, like the balanced relationships in nature. Through a minimalist drawing style, the artist seeks to communicate only what is necessary. His work is simple yet powerful.
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