Draft:Enrique Avilez

Enrique Avilez (born on August 22, 1968) in Ensenada, Baja California, is a self-taught mexican sculptor since 1986. Known for his contributions to public art projects and the establishment of the Public Art School at the Riviera Cultural Center.

Avilez's work blends figurative and modern elements, focusing on the human form to express consciousness and emotions. His international acclaim includes exhibitions in Mexico, the United States, and Italy, coupled with a commitment to educational outreach and mentorship in the field of sculpture.

He has made two residencies at a glass laboratory in Phoenix, Arizona, and the Sculpture Academy in Fallbrook, California, in 2016.

Mother Baja California
Notable accomplishments include the creation of the sculpture "Mother Baja California" at CEART Cultural Art Center in 2007 (39 ft tall).

Urban Sculpture Academy
He began the Urban Sculpture Academy at the Riviera Cultural Center in 2012 with his wife Cristina Rendon.

Artistic Philosophy and style
The artistic philosophy of Avilez is the exploration of natural beauty, the communication of messages related to love, and the integration of sculpture with architecture to transform spaces for learning and human well-being. In terms of material choices, Avilez tends to favor organic elements like wood and clay for their warmth, while occasionally delving into the use of bronze and glass, the latter requiring scientific precision.

His work is characterized as figurative and modern, skillfully merging the human form with a contemporary aesthetic. His primary thematic emphasis lies in the exploration of the human body, providing a canvas to express states of consciousness, feelings, and emotions in relation to the world.