José Manuel Solares

« I try to ensure that my creations inspire moments of reflection and connection with the world of books.»
The central themes of his pieces revolve around reading. José Manuel, through his figures of geometric lines in unrepeatable scenarios, seeks to transmit various emotions with the reader. His creative compositions are mainly based on wood.

Hello! I'm José Manuel, a passionate sculptor from Madrid, and I'd like to share a little about my artistic journey and the essence of my work. It all began thanks to a small but powerful book, "My Testament" by Auguste Rodin, which awakened a profound creative impulse within me. Since then, I've found sculpture to be the perfect medium to express what is often imperceptible.

In my early work, I drew inspiration from ancient art, creating bas-reliefs that pay homage to ancient cultures. Each piece is a journey through the aesthetics, symbolism, and mythology of those times. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to hold several exhibitions and manage a gallery in Madrid, an experience I greatly value for the direct contact with the public and other artists.

Over time, my work evolved towards philosophical sculptures, initially in acrylic resin on methacrylate. I have participat...