BIOGRAPHY
Edmundo
Florida artist Edmundo Lopez is a sculptor known for his ceramic and mixed media artworks. His sculptures are groupings of diverse forms, including plants, animals, fish, and stylized human figures. These elements come together to create intricate and visually captivating compositions. Lopez's artistic style is influenced by his Caribbean heritage. The region's multiracial culture, which blends African and Caucasian influences, plays a significant role in shaping his imagery. Additionally, folklore beliefs from this region inform certain aspects of his work, adding a sense of cultural richness and storytelling. However, it is the implied narratives within Lopez's sculptures that often take center stage. His artworks frequently suggest socio-political critiques, offering commentary on various aspects of society. These narratives may explore issues such as power dynamics, inequality, identity, or social justice. By combining elements of nature, human figures, and symbolic imagery, Lopez creates visually striking sculptures that invite viewers to contemplate the complex relationships between individuals, cultures, and social structures. His work serves as a platform for dialogue and reflection on important societal issues, challenging viewers to consider the deeper meanings and messages conveyed through his art.
AWARDS
2023
Honorable Mention. The Art House, Casselberry, Florida.
2022
Honorable Mention. The Art House, Casselberry, Florida
2017
Distinction Award. Osceola Arts, Florida.
2019
Mennello Art Museum “Construct Orlando” Semifinalist (curator visit). Florida.
2018
Award of Distinction, Osceola Arts. Florida.
2000
The Allied Artist” The National Art Club “25th Annual Art Exhibition”.
New York
1996
“Very Special Artist”, New York.
1995
“Very Special Artist”, New York.
1994
“Very Special Artist”, New York.
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Education
2000
Master of Fine Arts. Studio Art, Lehman College, Bronx, New York.
1997
The Art Students League, Modeling Clay, New York, N.Y.
1995
B.A. Studio Art, City College, New York, N.Y.
Exhibitions
2023
The Sculpture House, “Earth Fest” (FSG), Casselberry Florida.
Sobo Art Gallery, “Top Choice Artist”. Winter Garden, Florida.
The Art House, “Earth Fest”, Casselberry Florida.
"The Art of Play", Osceola Arts. Florida.
2022
“Playfully Artistic” Polasek Art Museum and Sculpture Garden.
Sobo Art Gallery, “Top Choice Artist”. Winter Garden, Florida.
Opus, Tampa Bay, Florida.
Illuminart, Casselberry, Florida.
Lake Mary Museum “Local artists”, Florida.
The Art House, “Recycling”, Casselberry, Florida.
Fusion Fest, Orlando, Florida.
Aspire Gallery “The Multi-Color Program”, Orlando Florida.
Osceola Arts, “Revision, Seen by hands”, Osceola Florida.
The Sculpture House, “On Purpose” (Ceramics art), Casselberry Florida.
2021
Lake Mary Museum “Nature”, Florida.
Lake Mary Museum “Local artists”, Florida.
Sobo Art Gallery, “Top Choice Artist”. Winter Garden, Florida.
Osceola Art, “Without Borders”.
The Sculpture House, “Revision, Seen by hands” (FSG), Casselberry Florida.
2020
Osceola Art in Public places, Kissimmee City Hall, “Hispanic Heritage”, Florida.
Sobo Art Gallery, “Top Choice Artist”. Winter Garden, Florida.
Osceola Arts, “Diaspora, Hispanic Heritage”, Florida
The Art House (Online exhibition) Casselberry, Florida.
2019
Sobo Art Gallery, “Top Choice Artist”. Winter Garden, Florida.
Osceola Arts, “Hispanic Heritage” Florida.
The Art House, Casselberry, Florida.
2018
“Sculpture Experience” (Four outdoor sculptures) Down Town Kissimmee, Florida.
"Arabesque", Polasek Museum of Art and Garden, Winter Park, Florida.
Sobo Art Gallery, “Top Choice Artist”. Winter Garden, Florida.
City Arts, Orlando Florida.
Osceola Arts, “Hispanic Heritage”.
Orlando Museum of Art “Indigenous”, 1st Thursday.
2017
Polasek Museum of Art and Garden, “Summer of Love”. Winter Park, Florida.
Orlando Museum of Art, 1st Thursday.
Sobo Art Gallery, “Paper Made”. Winter Garden, Florida.
The Art Factory. Orlando, Florida.
2014
Orlando Museum of Art, “Women”, 1st Thursday.
Mad Cow Theater, Orlando Fl.
2010
Osceola arts, Kissimmee Fl.
2013
Orlando Museum of Art “Dance”, 1st Thursday.
2003
Osceola arts, “Hispanic Heritage” Kissimmee
2002
Lehman College, New York.
2001
The Dominican Republic Cultural House, New York. The National Art Club “25th Annual Art Exhibition”. New York.
Boricua College. Brooklyn, New York.
The Dominican Republic consulate, “Hispanic Heritage”, New York.
Casa Bastida, “XVIII Eduardo Leon Jimenez Biennial” Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
2000
Cibao National Theater, “XVIII Eduardo Leon Jimenez Biennial” Santiago, Dominican Republic.
The National Art Club “24th Annual Art Exhibition”. New York, N. Y.
Lehman College, “Karma in the ocean”, New York.
1999
Bronx Museum of Art, New York.
Casa Bastida, “XVIII Eduardo Leon Jimenez Biennial”, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
1998
Cibao National Theater, “XVIII Eduardo Leon Jimenez Biennial” Santiago, Dominican Republic.
1995
The Puerto Rican Heritage House, New York
Teacher College (Columbia University) “Very Special Artist”, New York
1994
Westbeth Gallery, West village, New York
Blue Art Gallery, East village, New York.
Solo Exhibition
2023
“Ancestral Memory”, Osceola Arts, Florida.
Teaching Experience
2002 to present I teach visual art (ceramics and Sculpture) at Cypress Creek High School.
2010-17 Orlando Prodigy Cultural arts (outreach program) I instructed visual art to endanger and risk youth.
2000-01 Boricua College, adjunct Professor, New York, N.Y.