Rafael Pérez Alonso

Rafael Pérez Alonso (B. 1965, Havanna, Kuba) ist aself-taught Cuban visual artist whose career reflects creativity, Widerstandsfähigkeit, and a deep engagement with contemporary Cuban culture. Im Laufe der Jahre, he has established himself as a notable figure in theCuban contemporary art scene, not only as an artist but also as a cultural promoter. Er ist der Gründer vonDie Wäsche, a gallery and workshop project dedicated to fostering dialogue and experimentation within the visual arts.

Pérez Alonso has participated in numerousSolo- und Gruppenausstellungen in Cuba and abroad, showcasing the diversity and evolution of his work. His group exhibitions includeEl Salón de la Ciudad (2001), Die4th Digital Art Salon at the Pablo de la Torriente Brau Cultural Center, Rathaus (2002), Kcho y sus invitados at the Latin American School of Medical Sciences, Und¡Qué joven es mi equipo de pelota! presented during the XV Intercontinental Baseball Cup at Havana’s Estadio Latinoamericano.

Während seiner gesamten Karriere, Rafael Pérez Alonso has received important awards and distinctions that recognize his artistic contribution. In 2002, he won theGrand Prize at the Salón de la Ciudad organized by the Provincial Center of Visual Arts and Design in Havana. In 2006, he earned anHonorable Mention at the First Biennial of the Americas in Tijuana, Mexiko, und in 2009 he was granted theDistinción Gitana Tropical in Havanna, highlighting his impact on Cuban cultural life.

Through his practice, Rafael Pérez Alonso blends experimentation and cultural commentary, contributing to the vitality and richness of Cuban contemporary visual arts. Seine Arbeit, rooted in Havana yet projected internationally, continues to resonate with audiences, critics, and collectors alike.

(Photo taken from the artist’s Instagram profile)