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...Alejandro Rivera weaves ingeniously complex allegories for contemporary times. His source material covers a vast terrain: A single series of paintings, for example, may include references as diverse as 14th century religious art, early photography, Pop art, Greek mythology, economic theory and ancient history. All converge to form irresistible enigmas, careful collages that invite highly imaginative readings.
Alejandro Rivera completes his paintings in series, and together they represent a continuing dialogue on constraints of religion, appearance, sexual taboos and societal constructs, all subjects which weigh heavily on the artists mind.