February 1, 2012

Visions of Villarreal

If the creative fervor of youth, stylistic appreciation of antiquity, and existential propensity for introspection were to unite on canvas, the results would likely resemble the works of twenty-four-year-old artist Jesús Villarreal. Luckily for us, Villarreal recognizes the fortuitous outcome when he assumes the dual roles of philosopher and painter on canvas. While his technical skill with the brush recreates the mastery and his playfulness with perspective proves advanced, Villarreal’s goal remains simple: to elevate the essence of his subjects to a realm of truth and timelessness, in a manner quietly mesmerizing, hauntingly simple, and intensely personal. Villarreal’s ability to capture the ethereal quality of the inner psyche in paint is not an artistic quest that has gone unnoticed. In fact, it has stopped many viewers dead in their tracks. One such individual is Gary Haynes, owner of Haynes Gallery and overall art connoisseur, enthusiast, and supporter.

Click here to read the full article in Nashville Arts Magazine here.