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The extraordinary sculptures by Maria Luisa Campoy demonstrate her endless creative vision and skilled craftsmanship. Campoy was born in Málaga in the Andalusian region of Spain. Andalusia is known as a melting pot in Spain- said to have a magical energy that breeds artistic expression. The whimsical, fantastic themes within Campoy’s sculptures are evidence of this inexplicable energy derived from her childhood. Beyond the realm of fantasy, Campoy is inspired by Spain’s many artifacts including art of the Middle Ages, Africa, Iberian idols, as well as Greek and Roman art. With formal training as an archeologist, Campoy had first hand contact with these historical artifacts. Campoy’s work stands out among the multitude of skilled bronze artists in Spain. Her playful themes take on a burlesque quality, while her antiqued patinas and eloquent sculpting command a serious tone. The interplay between these contrasting qualities makes for a truly enigmatic display, validating these genuine works of art.

Born: Málaga, Spain.

Solo Exhibitions: 1989 - Kreisler Gallery, Barcelona, Spain. 1989 - Waino Aaltosen Museum. Türhurs, Finland. 1990 - “Kvinnomusem,” Denmark; Haus der Wirtschaft, Stuttgart, Germany. 1991 - Vestigios Obstinados, Galería Kin, Mexico City, Mexico. 1991 - Nueva Casa de España, Paris. 1992 - De Todas Suertes, Galería Kin, Mexico City, Mexico. 1993 - El Tiempo y sus Lugares, Galería Quetzalli, Oaxaca, Mexico. 1994–97 Art Miami, Florida. 1994 - El Mar Baldío, Galería Kin, Mexico City, Mexico; Institute for International Education, New York NY. 1995 - Caldwell Snyder Gallery, New York, NY; Caldwell Snyder Gallery, San Francisco CA; Lienzos de la Mixteca, Galería Síntesis, Puebla, Mexico. 1996 - Chase Gallery, Chicago IL; Gallery Kreisler, Madrid. 1997 - Cadwell Snyder Gallery, New York NY; Gallery Haurí, Seville. 1998 - Gallery Art Lancia, Leon; Pimentel Palace of Valladolid, Spain- Outdoor Sculpture in Medina of Ríoseco, Valladolid, Spain. 1999 - Caldwell Snyder Gallery, New York NY. 2000 - Caldwell Snyder Gallery, San Francisco CA; Trajan Gallery, Carmel CA. 2001 - Gallery Kreisler, Madrid; Art Ba, Buenos Aires, Argentina. 2002 - Gallery Van Dyck, Gijón; Trebellar gallery of the Art, Corunna; Gallery Juan Amiano, Pamplona; Caldwell Snyder Gallery, New York NY. 2003 - Caldwell Snyder Gallery, New York, NY; Caldwell Snyder Gallery, San Francisco CA. 2004 - Gallery Van Dyck, Gijón. 2005 - Museo Quinta da En Costa, Sassoeiros, Portugal; Caldwell Snyder Gallery, San Francisco CA. 2007 - Campton Gallery, New York NY. 2008 - Campton Gallery, New York NY

Additional Projects: 1973–77 - Established a workshop in Mejorada del Campo, Madrid, produced 52 murals for the façade. 1978 - Established the school of Arte Kroom, Spain. 1987 - Trophy sculptures for the Vuelta Ciclista a España; Galería Schemes, Lille, France. 1989 - Trophy sculpture for the International Human Rights Association for China. 1989 - Musikhuset, Denmark; Museum Wäino Aaltosen, Finland. 1991 - Completed a sculpture for the Museo del V Centenario de Huelva, Spain. 1991 - Trophy for the athletic games “Antolín García”, Spain.

Education: 1957–64, School of Art & Occupation of Málaga & Córdoba, Spain; Glasgow Art School, Glasgow; Hammersmith Art School, London; St. Martins Art School, London.