Darián Gallardo – Vestiges
A defining feature of Gallardo’s visual language is its narrative drive, though far from traditional storytelling. His paintings do not follow linear plots or closed narratives; instead, they ignite the viewer’s imagination through symbolic, visual, and textual cues. In this way, titles play an essential role—not as mere labels, but as subtle provocations that expand interpretation and suggest multiple readings. His canvases become fertile ground for evocation, where every detail, every gesture, seems charged with intention.
Many of his works exhibit a clear influence from graphic art, particularly the aesthetics of contemporary graphic novels. This influence goes beyond form; there’s a visual economy and communicative strength closely linked to that medium. Gallardo also demonstrates strong technical mastery, ensuring coherence and effectiveness throughout his body of work. His artistic voice combines expressive force, narrative depth, and technical skill, resulting in a poetics marked by authenticity and versatility.
