The Colombian artist, based in Mexico, will be presenting his solo show “Dario Ortiz” at the Coral Spring Museum of Art from September 14th - November 9th. Ortiz, is known for his impressive self-portraits and figurative paintings inspired by the renaissance movement, were the human figure is the center of his inspiration. His works are defined by a classic aura nevertheless coexisting in a contemporary world. As the artists states “Painting figurative today is an act of rebellion and contemporary art is done by the rebels”. Though he is self-taught artist, Dario Ortiz has participated in numerous international exhibits and is represented by important galleries, such as Duque Arango Gallery. This year he was invited to the Venice Biennale 2019, and currently he is the head of the Museo de Arte del Tolima in Ibagué, Spain. https://coralspringsmuseum.org Opening Reception Thursday, September 19, 6pm Location: 2855A Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065