Horizontality Painting

Carla Cerchiara (1985) is a contemporary artist based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Since a very young age, she felt captivated by geometry. Using acrylic paint on canvas and a meticulous masking technique, she builds intricate hard-edge compositions with basic shapes and solid colors. The complexity of simplicity is the guiding thread that connects all her work. The result is a clear reminder that "the whole is always greater than the sum of its parts." Her artistic practice relies on three core principles: Creative intuition — She tirelessly explores and plays with shapes, lines and colors. Unafraid to retrace her steps, she navigates through the process like a labyrinth, revisiting previous ideas, waiting for a specific combination to subtly reveal the path towards the final design. Simplicity in design — “Doing a lot with a little” acts as a guiding principle in her practice. Simple shapes, echoing in their repetition, weave a captivating melody with just a few carefully chosen colors, all bound by an invisible thread of harmony. Technical excellence — She believes each precise line contributes to the elegance and sophistication of the final work. The masking technique grants her immense precision, transforming the canvas into a playground of controlled chaos. Removing the tapes is like unveiling a secret beauty, a feeling she pursues in every piece. Carla Cerchiara feels particularly influenced by the works of Eduardo Mac Entyre and Julio Le Parc, whose groundbreaking explorations in geometric abstraction and exquisite technique continue to resonate deeply with her own artistic sensibilities. Instagram: carlacerchiara