Diego Terán was trained as both an architect and a visual artist. Through collective and independent creative projects, he has consistently maintained a practice centered on materials and the composition of sensitive physical environments.
He is captivated by the world we inhabit, perceiving its simplest phenomena as absolute spectacles. He is drawn to the idea that every landscape, whether fertile or inhospitable, has been admired by our human ancestors, shaping the universe of decisions reflected in our bodies and emotions.
Every choice made by our ancestors has contributed to shaping our culture and even our genetics. This perspective makes him feel not as an individual, but as part of a unified humankind.
Since the beginning of humanity, we have incorporated objects and materials from nature into our lives to alleviate discomfort, overcome obstacles, and survive. Over time, certain elements have become integral to our daily existence.
Diego's work consists of objects crafted from sheets of bronze, cut into simple yet complete silhouettes: a knife, a and a large discs designed to be hung on walls. These pieces are polished until their surfaces achieve a clear reflection, with edges left pure and smooth.
These objects embody elements of domestic utility—they cut, and reflect. Their creation is inspired by a speculative narrative about the relationship between our ancestors, bronze, and the objects that represent the foundation of our culture.
