BENET
Enrique
Mexican, born 1977
Artist, conservationist, lawyer, art collector, and entrepreneur.
Benet
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The Artist's Vision and Background
A Life Dedicated to Art, Philosophy, and Environmental Conservation Born in Mexico City in 1977, Enrique Benet is a passionate painter, digital artist, conservationist, lawyer, art collector, and entrepreneur.
His journey began at the age of 6 when he attended Armonia Ocaña's studio with his parents. Benet's artistic talents were quickly recognized, leading him to study at Moisés Nifko's Art Academy in Mexico City, Bellas Artes, Instituto Allende, ITAM in Mexico City, Sorbonne in Paris, and Cornell in New York.
Benet has explored various artistic mediums throughout his life, including painting, sculpture, installation, and digital illustration. James Gianpaoli has been a significant influence on his art.
Beyond his artistic pursuits, Benet is a founding partner of IBG Legal and XB Equities, and a member of the Executive Council of the Panthera Foundation in Mexico.
He is also the founder and co- designer of Nommos Artcar and Nommos Camp at Burning Man, founder of the non-profit organization Nommos for the Oceans, and a partner in Ocean Biosphere Marine Solutions, a company focused on sargassum handling in the Caribbean.
In addition to his various endeavors, Benet writes a philosophical blog on Medium.
Passionate about living life to the fullest, he is happily married to his muse, Andrea, and is a proud father of two gorgeous kids, Maria José and Enrique.
The Artistic Style of Enrique Benet
A Fusion of Forms and Characters Benet's artwork is characterized by a focus on the subtext, with simple forms serving as a foundation for more intricate elements. He employs "characters" as a means to add drama, color, and emotion to his works, inviting the viewer to participate in a unique, personal experience. His style blends traditional themes with abstract and conceptual elements, resulting in a multi-dimensional, emotional journey for the audience.
A Colorful, Conceptual, and Abstract Approach
Shapes as Symbols: A Journey Beyond the Obvious Taking inspiration from Gilles Deleuze's concept of "multiplicities," Benet uses shapes as symbols that carry multiple meanings. By painting over these shapes, he creates an abstract experience that is both visual and mental. His artistic language is diverse, ranging from cubist or naive styles to expressionist or caricaturist approaches. This variability contributes to the vibrant, multi-dimensional experience he aims to evoke in his viewers.
Art as a Catalyst for Critical Thought and Reflection
Inspiring Deeper Exploration Through Art Enrique Benet believes that art has the power to inspire critical thought and reflection, transcending the immediate experience. By incorporating traditional themes and infusing them with abstract elements, Benet creates complex experiences that provoke emotions and engage viewers on different levels of consciousness. His work is a testament to the power of art in challenging us to explore multiple meanings and interpretations, whether through digital art, installations, or traditional paintings.
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I like that my work seeks to be appreciated from different levels of consciousness. Discover what is not evident in the everyday. Try to find the meaning of existence in the hidden and secret values of human, spiritual, and animal life. Play with strong elements and figures, powerful lines, and without fear of error.
When painting, I make immediate decisions with the existing and most appropriate materials for each moment, space, and from the acquired level of consciousness. I paint for myself, not for third parties. It is a unique and personal experience because each painting says a lot about the moment I execute it.
Look at the present with the vision of the future, and not be afraid of the unknown or a blank canvas. Experiment without limits, even with the emotions of the audience who observes the work
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