Eamon Ore-Giron: Competing with Lightning

Eamon Ore-Giron is an artist who explores the personal and historical ramifications of cultural hybridity. This catalogue brings together three pivotal chapters in his career, including Southwest and Peruvian-inspired figurative works, paintings that engage elements of both figuration and abstraction, and gold-based paintings from his recent Infinite Regress series. Curator Miranda Lash and scholars C. Ondine Chavoya and Jace Clayton explore Ore-Giron's approach to de-colonizing the medium of painting, his impact within the Los Angeles art scene, and his seminal work as a DJ.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 14 June 2022
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications

Eamon Ore-Giron, a multi-talented artist, has delved deep into the intricate tapestry of cultural hybridity throughout his illustrious career. Hailing from Tucson, Ore-Giron draws inspiration from his roots in the American Southwest, his visits to his father's hometown of Huancayo, Peru, and his experiences as a practicing artist in California and Mexico. This captivating catalogue presents a comprehensive retrospective of three pivotal chapters in Ore-Giron's artistic journey. The first section showcases his Southwest and Peruvian-inspired figurative works from the 2000s, where he skillfully blends elements of both realism and abstraction, creating vivid and evocative compositions. The second section showcases his paintings from the 2010s, where he explores a harmonious blend of figuration and abstraction, featuring an ongoing series dedicated to Mesoamerican deities. The third section showcases his awe-inspiring gold-based paintings from his recent Infinite Regress series, where he pushes the boundaries of artistic expression with his intricate and luminous works.

Curator Miranda Lash, in collaboration with esteemed scholars C. Ondine Chavoya and Jace Clayton, delves into Ore-Giron's unique approach to de-colonizing the medium of painting, his profound impact within the vibrant Los Angeles art scene, and his seminal role as a DJ, showcasing the captivating intersections between North and South American soundscapes. Through their insightful commentary and analysis, this catalogue offers a profound exploration of Ore-Giron's artistic vision, highlighting his ability to bridge cultural boundaries and create a profound sense of connection and understanding.

Dimension: 279 x 229 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780847871322