Did my first Botero tour at Nevada Museum of Art yesterday with a group of senior citizens. Such an incredible exhibit by the contemporary Latin American artist who draws inspiration from the religious and cultural realities of his country of birth (Colombia) but also from the work of great European artists who he studied.
Words that come to mind while spending time with his work: color, shape, storytelling, parody, irony, transience, tragedy, power, sadness, exaggeration.
Yesterday’s tour led itself. The seniors brought such a wealth of insight, awareness and even knowledge of the elements and prinicples of design. I learned so much from them and saw details I hadn’t noticed before.
I’m looking forward to the public tour this afternoon–maybe even a chance to let him lead me into the writing zone.
Victoria C. Slotto, Author 