José Antonio Quintana

José Antonio Quintana: A Materialist Painter of Reality

José Antonio Quintana, born in Cantabria in 1976, is a visual artist who has known how to
fusing the energy of graffiti and mural painting with the introspection of studio painting. His
work, marked by constant experimentation and a tireless search for new
expressions, places him as a leading figure in the contemporary art scene.

José Antonio Quintana is a versatile and committed artist, whose work invites a
Deep reflection on the nature of reality and perception. Through a language
A rich and complex visual artist, the Cantabrian artist immerses us in a universe full of possibilities,
where matter and emotion intertwine to create unique experiences.

From the streets to the studio

Its beginnings date back to the urban world, where graffiti and mural painting
They allowed them to connect with the environment and develop a powerful and direct visual language. Without
However, it was after a stage in London that Quintana decided to embark on a more
personal, exploring the possibilities of painting in the studio.

A material universe

Quintana's work is characterized by its marked materiality. Far from being limited to the
traditional pigments, the artist employs a wide range of materials such as earth, paper,
graphite, iron or sand, which allow you to build complex and evocative surfaces. Across
of these textures, Quintana creates a rich visual universe full of nuances, where reality is
transforms into a sensory experience.

Chaos as a starting point

Many of his works start from a state of controlled chaos, which the artist goes to
tidying up as you go through your creative process. This dynamic reflects his interest in
to explore the tensions between the organic and the geometric, the built and the natural.