El ovni. Interior no.12. 
2019
Óleo/tela 130X150 cm
$160,000 MXN 10,500 USD

Ciudad Industrial #1
2023
Monotipias. 84 x 67 cm
15,800 en marco $900 USD

Ciudad Industrial #2
2023
Monotipias. 84 x 67 cm
15,800 en marco $900 USD

CAOS Y CALMA: LOS EQUiLiBRiOS INTRiNCADOS EN SAMUEL MELÉNDREZ BAYARDO’S TiMELESS CiTiES’

ARTiST SAMUEL MELENDREZ BAYARDO 

@SAMUELMELENDREZBAYARDO

En el ámbito del arte contemporáneo, ciertas obras se distinguen al trascender la naturaleza táctil de su medio para conectar con algo mucho más profundo y duradero. Es esta aura particular de atemporalidad la que Samuel Meléndrez Bayardo encapsula tan magistralmente en su serie hipnotizante, “La Ciudad Atemporal.” Actualmente en exhibición en Art Gallery Studios en la Ciudad de México como parte de “The Bureau of Queer Art Volume 2” hasta noviembre de 2023, y también presentado en línea en Artsy.net con el patrocinio de Dabster Art Inc hasta enero de 2024, la colección artística de Bayardo lleva al espectador a un cautivador viaje a través de los diversos ámbitos intelectuales y emocionales que componen la trama de nuestras vidas contemporáneas.

Paisajes Emocionales y Cartografía Psicológica

En la serie “La Ciudad Atemporal,” Bayardo no ofrece simplemente pinturas; presenta lienzos intrincados y de múltiples capas que sirven como un vivo panorama emocional. Cada obra está meticulosamente diseñada para explorar un espectro de sentimientos humanos—desde la nostalgia y el anhelo hasta la pérdida, e incluso la melancolía colectiva que parece impregnar la existencia moderna.

Esta riqueza emocional es un testimonio de la fascinación de Bayardo con los principios situacionistas como La Deriva y la Psicogeografía. Él retrata a las ciudades no como estructuras estáticas y sin vida, sino como ecosistemas dinámicos—paisajes emocionales pulsantes que reflejan los sueños colectivos, los estados de ánimo y los sufrimientos silenciosos de las personas que las habitan. Estas no son las planificaciones urbanas convencionales y fórmulas que uno asociaría con la planificación urbana; estos son terrenos emocionalmente cargados que obligan a los espectadores a embarcarse en un viaje profundamente empático e inmersivo.

Lo que distingue el trabajo de Bayardo es su delicada maestría sobre el equilibrio intrincado entre el caos y la tranquilidad. Las ciudades, por naturaleza, son paisajes paradójicos llenos de contradicciones—caóticos pero pacíficos, orgánicos pero fabricados, esperanzados pero llenos de desesperación. Bayardo navega estas complejidades con destreza, creando obras que invocan una serie de emociones inquietantes pero profundamente perspicaces, fomentando así la participación en múltiples niveles interpretativos.

El intrincado pincelado de Bayardo actúa como la red neural de sus creaciones, con cada trazo simbolizando una sinapsis en un sistema más grande de color, forma y textura. Esto juega en el tema general de complejidad emocional y psicológica que hace que su trabajo sea excepcionalmente dinámico, invitando a los espectadores a desbloquear los rompecabezas multidimensionales que yacen en cada obra.

Un aspecto a menudo pasado por alto del trabajo de Bayardo es el papel crucial que desempeña la arquitectura en la realización de su visión. En su serie, los edificios ya no son solo constructos de ladrillo y mortero, sino que asumen roles similares a los personajes en una narrativa. Él da vida a la arquitectura, enriqueciéndola emocional y narrativamente, transformando estos elementos estáticos en actores dinámicos que enriquecen las historias retratadas.

La arquitectura a menudo se erige como una extensión metafórica de la psique humana, como rascacielos que perforan los cielos pero permanecen anclados, capturando nuestra búsqueda perpetua de trascendencia incluso cuando reconocemos las limitaciones terrenales que nos atan. Esta lente convierte la serie en una superficie reflexiva que nos confronta con nuestros miedos, sueños e inseguridades más íntimos.

A diferencia de gran parte del arte contemporáneo, que a menudo busca ofrecer una satisfacción visual instantánea, “La Ciudad Atemporal” es una odisea envolvente y multisensorial que requiere no solo tu tiempo, sino tu completa participación intelectual y emocional. Es una expresión elocuente de la trama intrincada de emociones humanas e intelectuales curiosidades que constituyen nuestra experiencia humana compartida.

Si te encuentras en la Ciudad de México, aprovecha la oportunidad de experimentar el trabajo transformador de Bayardo en persona en Art Gallery Studios como parte de “The Bureau of Queer Art Volume 1 & 2” hasta noviembre de 2023. Para aquellos que no puedan hacerlo en persona, la serie está disponible para una exploración intelectual y emocional en profundidad en línea con Artsy.net, gracias a nuestra colaboración con Dabster Art Inc, hasta enero de 2024.

Ya sea experimentado en un entorno de galería o digitalmente, “La Ciudad Atemporal” de Samuel Meléndrez Bayardo sirve como una sonda atemporal en la naturaleza multifacética de la condición humana. Reafirma el papel esencial del arte en el escrutinio, cuestionamiento y enriquecimiento de nuestra comprensión de nosotros mismos y del mundo que nos rodea, invitándonos a una contemplación más profunda de nuestra existencia humana en un mundo en constante evolución.

CHAOS AND CALM: THE INTRiCATE BALANCES iN SAMUEL MELÉNDREZ BAYARDO ‘TiMELESS CiTY’

ARTiST SAMUEL MELENDREZ BAYARDO 

@SAMUELMELENDREZBAYARDO

In the expansive world of contemporary art, few artists possess the capability to translate the spirit of a city—its emotional contours, cultural nuances, and historical weight—into their canvas. Yet, Samuel Meléndrez Bayardo does precisely this with stunning acuity in his transformative series, “The Timeless City.” Not only a part of Mexico City’s artistic milieu but also an active participant in shaping its cultural narrative, Bayardo’s work is currently a centerpiece at Art Gallery Studios as part of “The Bureau of Queer Art Volume 2,” available until November 2023. For those who cannot visit in person, the series is also digitally accessible on Artsy.net, thanks to a partnership with Dabster Art Inc, until January 2024.

Bayardo doesn’t simply depict the architecture or people of Mexico City; his canvases are ethereal landscapes that encapsulate the city’s myriad emotional dimensions. Each piece is a meticulously crafted odyssey through human feelings—ranging from nostalgia, yearning, loss, to the more complex collective melancholy that often envelopes urban existence. In doing so, he raises an artistic tribute to a city that is itself a tapestry of complexities, rich histories, and diverging paths.

Grounding his work in Situationist concepts such as The Drift (Dérive) and Psychogeography, Bayardo interprets Mexico City as a living, breathing entity. It is not just a maze of buildings and streets but a dynamic ecosystem that pulses with the collective desires, moods, and struggles of its people. Through his art, the capital of Mexico transforms from a collection of physical structures into a surreal dreamscape—a canvas upon which the collective soul of the city’s inhabitants is drawn.

Key to Bayardo’s impact is his knack for capturing the delicate interplay between discord and peace that characterizes Mexico City. Anyone who has ever spent time in the Mexican capital knows it is a place of paradoxes: both bustling and tranquil, modern yet steeped in history, hopeful and melancholy. The artist navigates these paradoxes with skill, employing each stroke as a calculated yet spontaneous move that captures the ever-changing moods and contradictions of the city.

The brushwork in Bayardo’s paintings serves as a metaphorical neural network, representing Mexico City’s residents’ interconnectedness, cultural diversity, and historical layers. His strokes function like synapses in an elaborate system of colors, forms, and textures. This adds a layer of intellectual engagement, inviting the audience to interpret the intricate enigmas embedded within each artwork.

The often-overlooked role of architecture in art takes center stage in Bayardo’s series. In the context of Mexico City—a city renowned for its historical buildings, sprawling squares, and modernist architectural achievements—Bayardo’s canvases reimagine these physical structures as characters within a grand narrative. They are brought to life, pulsating with the histories and stories of those who have traversed their spaces.

Further deepening the impact is Bayardo’s perspective that architecture is a metaphorical extension of the human psyche. His portrayal of skyscrapers, plazas, and cobblestone streets speaks to the eternal human condition—our lofty aspirations rooted in earthly realities.

Incorporating Bayardo’s own words, he articulates that the human condition is inevitably wrapped in tragedy. In a society dominated by selfishness and the overwhelming drift towards dominion, any attempt at emancipation is stifled. He acknowledges the sterility and absence of organic elements in urban spaces, especially in Mexico City, as contributing to his paintings’ alternate, parallel reality.

An obsessive technique he utilizes is shadow projection, which he learned from metaphysical painting. It becomes a conceptual tool to display the interplay between light and shadow—much like Mexico City, a city of glaring contrasts.

In Samuel Meléndrez Bayardo’s artistic depictions of Mexico City, the concept of the “thunderous power of silence” emerges as a paradoxical yet resonant theme. This isn’t the absence of noise but an emotionally charged stillness—a void filled with unspoken narrative and meaning. Through methodical brushwork, Bayardo captures scenes of the city where time appears to stand still, offering viewers an existential pause amid the hustle and bustle.

This silence is a compelling lens through which to view the city’s complex layers. While Mexico City pulses with life—street vendors, music, and constant chatter—Bayardo’s art captures those brief, almost eternal moments of quiet that offer respite and reflection. These fleeting instances aren’t voids but opportunities to contemplate the city’s intricate social, cultural, and existential complexities.

By highlighting the ‘thunderous silence,’ Bayardo goes beyond aesthetic representation to delve into broader questions about human existence and societal issues. His silence speaks to the isolation, identity struggles, and systemic inequities that characterize life in this vibrant yet complex city. Thus, his art stands not just as a depiction of Mexico City’s physical landscape but as an emotionally textured mapping of its soul, encapsulating the tumultuous, tranquil, noisy, and silent in one compelling narrative.

If you navigate the vibrant streets of Mexico City, visiting “The Timeless City” offers more than aesthetic pleasure; it presents an existential journey, unearthing the city’s layers through the lens of ‘thunderous silence.’ For those who cannot experience this in person, a virtual exploration on Artsy.net, facilitated by our partnership with Dabster Art Inc, promises an equally immersive experience.

Samuel Meléndrez Bayardo’s series serves as a poignant reminder that art can be both a mirror and a window. It reflects the complex sociocultural landscape of Mexico City while offering a portal into broader questions of human existence. The ‘thunderous power of silence’ that characterizes his work does not merely depict the city’s physical space but maps out its emotional and psychological terrains, compelling us towards a more profound, multifaceted understanding of this ever-evolving metropolis.

CAOS Y CALMA: LOS EQUiLiBRiOS INTRiNCADOS EN SAMUEL MELÉNDREZ BAYARDO’S TiMELESS CiTiES’

CHAOS AND CALM: THE INTRiCATE BALANCES iN SAMUEL MELÉNDREZ BAYARDO ‘TiMELESS CiTY’

ARTiST SAMUEL MELENDREZ BAYARDO 

@SAMUELMELENDREZBAYARDO

In the expansive world of contemporary art, few artists possess the capability to translate the spirit of a city—its emotional contours, cultural nuances, and historical weight—into their canvas. Yet, Samuel Meléndrez Bayardo does precisely this with stunning acuity in his transformative series, “The Timeless City.” Not only a part of Mexico City’s artistic milieu but also an active participant in shaping its cultural narrative, Bayardo’s work is currently a centerpiece at Art Gallery Studios as part of “The Bureau of Queer Art Volume 2,” available until November 2023. For those who cannot visit in person, the series is also digitally accessible on Artsy.net, thanks to a partnership with Dabster Art Inc, until January 2024.

Bayardo doesn’t simply depict the architecture or people of Mexico City; his canvases are ethereal landscapes that encapsulate the city’s myriad emotional dimensions. Each piece is a meticulously crafted odyssey through human feelings—ranging from nostalgia, yearning, loss, to the more complex collective melancholy that often envelopes urban existence. In doing so, he raises an artistic tribute to a city that is itself a tapestry of complexities, rich histories, and diverging paths.

Grounding his work in Situationist concepts such as The Drift (Dérive) and Psychogeography, Bayardo interprets Mexico City as a living, breathing entity. It is not just a maze of buildings and streets but a dynamic ecosystem that pulses with the collective desires, moods, and struggles of its people. Through his art, the capital of Mexico transforms from a collection of physical structures into a surreal dreamscape—a canvas upon which the collective soul of the city’s inhabitants is drawn.

Key to Bayardo’s impact is his knack for capturing the delicate interplay between discord and peace that characterizes Mexico City. Anyone who has ever spent time in the Mexican capital knows it is a place of paradoxes: both bustling and tranquil, modern yet steeped in history, hopeful and melancholy. The artist navigates these paradoxes with skill, employing each stroke as a calculated yet spontaneous move that captures the ever-changing moods and contradictions of the city.

The brushwork in Bayardo’s paintings serves as a metaphorical neural network, representing Mexico City’s residents’ interconnectedness, cultural diversity, and historical layers. His strokes function like synapses in an elaborate system of colors, forms, and textures. This adds a layer of intellectual engagement, inviting the audience to interpret the intricate enigmas embedded within each artwork.

The often-overlooked role of architecture in art takes center stage in Bayardo’s series. In the context of Mexico City—a city renowned for its historical buildings, sprawling squares, and modernist architectural achievements—Bayardo’s canvases reimagine these physical structures as characters within a grand narrative. They are brought to life, pulsating with the histories and stories of those who have traversed their spaces.

Further deepening the impact is Bayardo’s perspective that architecture is a metaphorical extension of the human psyche. His portrayal of skyscrapers, plazas, and cobblestone streets speaks to the eternal human condition—our lofty aspirations rooted in earthly realities.

Incorporating Bayardo’s own words, he articulates that the human condition is inevitably wrapped in tragedy. In a society dominated by selfishness and the overwhelming drift towards dominion, any attempt at emancipation is stifled. He acknowledges the sterility and absence of organic elements in urban spaces, especially in Mexico City, as contributing to his paintings’ alternate, parallel reality.

An obsessive technique he utilizes is shadow projection, which he learned from metaphysical painting. It becomes a conceptual tool to display the interplay between light and shadow—much like Mexico City, a city of glaring contrasts.

In Samuel Meléndrez Bayardo’s artistic depictions of Mexico City, the concept of the “thunderous power of silence” emerges as a paradoxical yet resonant theme. This isn’t the absence of noise but an emotionally charged stillness—a void filled with unspoken narrative and meaning. Through methodical brushwork, Bayardo captures scenes of the city where time appears to stand still, offering viewers an existential pause amid the hustle and bustle.

This silence is a compelling lens through which to view the city’s complex layers. While Mexico City pulses with life—street vendors, music, and constant chatter—Bayardo’s art captures those brief, almost eternal moments of quiet that offer respite and reflection. These fleeting instances aren’t voids but opportunities to contemplate the city’s intricate social, cultural, and existential complexities.

By highlighting the ‘thunderous silence,’ Bayardo goes beyond aesthetic representation to delve into broader questions about human existence and societal issues. His silence speaks to the isolation, identity struggles, and systemic inequities that characterize life in this vibrant yet complex city. Thus, his art stands not just as a depiction of Mexico City’s physical landscape but as an emotionally textured mapping of its soul, encapsulating the tumultuous, tranquil, noisy, and silent in one compelling narrative.

If you navigate the vibrant streets of Mexico City, visiting “The Timeless City” offers more than aesthetic pleasure; it presents an existential journey, unearthing the city’s layers through the lens of ‘thunderous silence.’ For those who cannot experience this in person, a virtual exploration on Artsy.net, facilitated by our partnership with Dabster Art Inc, promises an equally immersive experience.

Samuel Meléndrez Bayardo’s series serves as a poignant reminder that art can be both a mirror and a window. It reflects the complex sociocultural landscape of Mexico City while offering a portal into broader questions of human existence. The ‘thunderous power of silence’ that characterizes his work does not merely depict the city’s physical space but maps out its emotional and psychological terrains, compelling us towards a more profound, multifaceted understanding of this ever-evolving metropolis.