Jose Palacios
A Fusion of Vibrancy and Precision
Born in Spain in 1970, José Palacios is a self-taught artist whose career began in the dynamic realms of comic books and illustration. His journey later expanded into graphic design and street art, before culminating in the distinctive figurative style for which he is celebrated today. Deeply influenced by the Movida Madrileña, the vibrant cultural explosion of 1980s Spain, Palacios drew inspiration from iconic artists like Ceesepe, Fernando Vicente, and Ouka Leele. This era of creative freedom and experimentation continues to resonate in his work.
In 2000, Palacios fully embraced his signature style, blending the structural complexity of neo-Cubism with the bold, accessible appeal of Pop Art. His work is distinguished by sharp geometric forms, precise compositions, and a bold, refreshing color palette that conveys vitality and energy.
Palacios’s art extends beyond technical mastery; it invites viewers into a dialogue between abstraction and reality. Stylized depictions of nature—planes, palm trees, and clouds—merge with vibrant colors and fluid brushstrokes, creating compositions that are at once dynamic and approachable. His use of loose, expressive strokes introduces movement and spontaneity, allowing the essence of the moment to come alive on the canvas.
Through his work, José Palacios channels the spirit of an era defined by transformation and freedom, while forging a path that is uniquely his own. His art offers audiences a visual experience that is both thought-provoking and exhilarating, inviting them to explore the interplay of structure, emotion, and imagination.
Selected Works Available
Individual Shows
Sala Antoni Garcia de l’Antic Excorxador, Tortosa (Tarragona), Spain. June 2012
Wanrooij Fine Art,” Arnhem, The Netherlands. September 2011
Museum of Contemporary Art, Soria, Spain. October 2010
Iradier 9 Gallery, Vitoria, Spain. May 2010
The Colors of Jazz Exhibition - Dionis Benassar Gallery, Madrid, Spain. 2004
Group Shows
ARSERÓTICA, Galería Dionis Benassar, Madrid,Spain. December 2013
Bridge Gallery, Shenzhen, China. January 2013
Bridge Gallery, Distrito 798, Pekín, China. October 2012
Actual Arte Contemporáneo Gallery, Madrid, Spain. 2010
"Arte Entre Barricas" Exhibition – Museo de las Ilusiones, Bodegas Marques de Carrión, Alava, Spain. July 2010
"City is Life" Exhibition - Dionis Benassar Gallery, Madrid, Spain. August 2010
Three painters Exhibition - Iradier 9 Gallery, Vitoria, Spain. March 2011
Actual Arte Contemporáneo Gallery, Madrid, Spain. January 2011
Actual Arte Contemporáneo Gallery, Madrid, Spain. 2010
Actual Arte Contemporáneo Gallery, Madrid, Spain. 2009
Acrylic on paper
27.5 x 39 in (70 x 100 cm)
JP15