a cuban master of landscapes and engravings
tomás sánchez de la barrera y de la garza, a renowned cuban painter and engraver, has been leaving an indelible mark on the art world since his birth in 1948. born on may 22 in aguada de pasajeros, cienfuegos, cuba, tomás is the eldest of two sons to a middle-class family, where his father was a sugar worker and businessman, and his mother shared with him the sensibility for painting.
early beginnings and artistic pursuits
at 16, in 1964, tomás moved to havana and began his artistic journey at the national academy of fine arts san alejandro. he later attended the newly founded national art school (ena) from 1967, graduating in 1971. this period marked the beginning of his illustrious career.
awards and accolades
- **first prize of drawing for young artists** at the national exhibition of arts (1971) - **first prize in painting and lithography** at the national salon of professors and instructors of art in havana (1975) - **international prize of drawing joan miró** for his work "desde las aguas blancas" (1980), launching his international career
notable exhibitions and collections
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tomás sánchez. retrospective at the national museum of fine arts, havana, cuba (1985) -
tomás sánchez. different worlds at the museum of art, fort lauderdale, florida, usa (1996) - exhibition at the joan miró foundation, centre of contemporary art in barcelona, spain (1981)
artistic style and themes
tomás is known for his captivating landscapes, which often reflect the beauty and serenity of nature. his work has been exhibited in over 30 countries, making him a celebrated figure in the international art community.
experience the magic of tomás sánchez de la barrera y de la garza's art by delving into his captivating world of landscapes and engravings.
