Gérardo Labarca's career path is quite atypical for a painter. He progressed successfully and brilliantly in the restaurant industry in Montreal (Restaurants Pinxto, Zumaia, Bar et Bœuf et Mezcla), before embarking on the adventure of painting. His momentum in the field of visual art is the result of a completely unexpected encounter. ...and from there a new life arose within him. He is still experimenting with certain media and several horizons are opening up to him! We can feel the joy that emerges through the history of his works. A self-taught portraitist, Labarca captures the soul and essence of the characters he chooses to bring to life on canvas. The attention to detail and perfection is present while appearing light and carefree... He takes pleasure in illustrating the intensity of the feelings which characterize his subjects, whether they are timeless icons or loved ones. .. Through his works we learn to understand this artist. We feel his joy of living, and a certain wonder at his raw talent. The combination of different techniques he uses is a nod to several aspects of his magnificent personality.

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