Dominican and Spanish artists explore Museo del Prado in new exhibition

The Museo Bellapart opens "El Prado en el centro: fotografía y memoria" on August 20, launching the 12th PhotoImagen festival. This exhibition delves into the Museo Nacional del Prado through the eyes of photographers, showcasing diverse interpretations of the iconic institution.

The show brings together three Dominican artists, Polibio Díaz, Fausto Ortiz, and Mayra Johnson, alongside twelve Spanish photographers: José Manuel Ballester, Bleda y Rosa, Javier Campano, Joan Fontcuberta, Alberto García-Alix, Pierre Gonnord, Chema Madoz, Cristina de Middel, Isabel Muñoz, Aitor Ortiz, Pilar Pequeño, and Javier Vallhonrat. These artists, spanning different generations and photographic approaches, share a common starting point: the Prado Museum.

Their works extend beyond merely documenting the museum's collection. The exhibition also explores the building's architecture, the spaces within, how visitors engage with the art, and the personal experience of navigating the museum. This multifaceted approach offers a unique perspective on the Prado, allowing viewers to engage with it from both outside its walls and with a renewed appreciation for its interior.

The exhibition is a collaborative effort involving the Fundación Eduardo León Jimenes, the Centro León, the Museo Nacional del Prado, and the Fundación Amigos del Museo del Prado. It is supported by Mari Pili Bellapart, president of the Museo Bellapart, and Myrna Guerrero, the institution's director. Curatorial and general coordination were managed by Sara Hermann, Orlando Isaac, and Michelle Cruz from the Centro León.