EVERT ROSALESMérida - Venezuela, 1993
From an early age Evert discovered a profound love for drawing, a passion that became the foundation of his artistic journey. Later, music wove itself into his life, and he ascended to play the violin professionally in Venezuelan symphony orchestras, employing his creativity across disciplines. Evert honed his craft at the Universidad de los Andes in Mérida, Venezuela, where he studied Visual Arts and Graphic Design. There, he embraced painting, photography, and mixed media, blending techniques to craft evocative and surreal compositions. His dedication and visionary approach earned him six major academic honours, including the prestigious "Luis María Rivas Dávila" order for the highest academic achievement in visual arts, awarded to him three times. After navigating the challenges of life as a refugee in New York City, Evert found solace and inspiration in Prince Edward County, Canada, where he now resides. The breathtaking landscapes and vibrant community of his new home have breathed life into his surrealist work. His work weaves together the rich tapestry of his Venezuelan heritage—infused with folkloric and cultural symbolism—and heartfelt tributes to the Canadian indigenous themes that resonate deeply with him. Each piece tells a story, vivid with colour and dreamlike wonder, inviting viewers into a world of boundless imagination. His art transcends borders, a vibrant celebration of identity, memory, and the intricate beauty of transformation. |
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Evert is a painter who delves into the labyrinth of human identity and the eternal quest for self-discovery. His art aligns with the spirit of neo-surrealism, embracing a journey into the depths of the human mind to unearth the essence of human nature and the intricacies of individuality.
With every brushstroke, Evert unearths fragments of his soul, weaving metaphors and analogies into vivid landscapes of experience and memory. The canvas becomes his sanctuary, where the many versions of himself converge, commune, and find harmony.
Through delicate layers of glazing, his paintings become a hymn to color and texture, a celebration of the interplay between light, shadow, and ethereal atmospheres. Each composition conveys an aesthetic or contemplative message, inviting the viewer into a realm where imagination and introspection meet.
With every brushstroke, Evert unearths fragments of his soul, weaving metaphors and analogies into vivid landscapes of experience and memory. The canvas becomes his sanctuary, where the many versions of himself converge, commune, and find harmony.
Through delicate layers of glazing, his paintings become a hymn to color and texture, a celebration of the interplay between light, shadow, and ethereal atmospheres. Each composition conveys an aesthetic or contemplative message, inviting the viewer into a realm where imagination and introspection meet.
