Eva Zavaleta Flores

Self made artist from Mexico City. I started painting in 2019, daughter of artist Hugo Zavaleta; my technique consists of finely calculated brush work, clean/vibrant colors and detailed textures . Considering myself a realistic artist, not quite balancing on the thin line between hyperrealistic art and photography. I was inspired by the traditional "old school" masters for whom the glazing technique is a must, to achieve brightness and depth. However, I am constantly relying on an empirical working process where resourcefulness is a key element and sometimes instead of brush or spatula, foamy or even a folded paper can suit the required texture. Every artwork exploits the aspects of unique moments in nature
and everyday life; by highlighting bright, saturated colors, and intensifying textures and contrast I draw the viewer's attention into specific elements that are crucial but could easily go unnoticed, such as the iridescent effect on hair or moisture caused by direct sunlight, the increasing blurriness of the different elements as they get further away from the viewer, or the woven-pattern of the basket of a hot air balloon.

UNAM. Modern English Language and Literature