Much of his work provides documentary evidence of the life of a downtown area of Medellin known as Barbacoas. It is a place related to prostitution, drugs and danger. There are many cities like this around the world. They reflect the government policies, the priorities and mutual understanding of those who have the power. However, Zapata does not go deep into political speeches, he simply captures what he sees every day in bars and hotels in order to exhibit individuals who inhabit the city. We can see what we don’t want to see through a compassionate lens.
Eventos
(Español) Inauguración MDE15 – 7 de noviembre
Cuando:7 November, 2015 a las 10:00 am – 11:45 pm
Donde:Museo de Antioquia, Carrera 52 # 52-43, Medellín – Antioquia, Colombia
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(Español) DE VISITA CON EL ARTISTA, DIÁLOGOS MDE15 Y FUBA con Jorge Alonso Zapata
Cuando:12 February, 2016 a las 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Donde:Plaza Botero, Carabobo, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
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