Daniela Marin
1977
(PERU)
VENEZUELAN
Daniela Marin is a Venezuelan abstract artist. She creates paintings that are alive with vibrant, protozoan shapes and forms, balancing tension and randomness with harmonious natural colours.
She lives and works in Lima, Peru.
Education
Marin graduated from the Altos de Chavón School of Design in the Dominican Republic, an affiliate of the Parson School of Design, NY.
Technique
Marin is an interdisciplinary artist whose work encompasses paintings, drawings, installations and textile design.
Inspiration
Marin draws inspiration from how ancient peoples in South America used art to show their connection to nature — a connection that's been challenged over time, especially by European colonisation and the push for progress.
Her paintings' unique array of shapes and lines narrates her journeys across South America and conveys her profound reflections.
For instance, the spirals and loops could symbolize the cycles of life, illustrating how every ending can lead to a new beginning.
Marin's art is modern, but it also connects to timeless themes. She uses sharp lines and shapes that remind you of city life, alongside more natural forms like cacti, to explore the tension between the old traditions of Latin America and rapid modern changes.
Relevant Quote
“Moments are represented that exist only to emphasise the human drama and to clarify our existence,” Marin says. “I invite viewers to enter the fascinating creative world where aesthetics are intertwined with deep reflection and social criticism.”
Exhibitions
Marin has exhibited in solo and group shows in Peru.
