Alex Gama was born in 1959 in Barra Mansa, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He holds a degree in Biology and studied xylography at the Museum of Modern Art in Resende, Rio de Janeiro. With a background in graphic production and experience as a curator of exhibitions at the Museum of Contemporary Art at the University of São Paulo, as well as a conservator of works of art on paper, Alex Gama brings a unique perspective to his woodcut prints.
Unlike traditional woodcuts that focus solely on chiaroscuro, with precise cuts from black in search of light, Gama breaks away from this tradition by exploring wire woodcuts and highlighting the support and matrix. He believes that the wood, in all its exuberance, should be present in his artwork. Gama’s prints showcase a wide range of grays, with color implicitly present and the grain of the wood in perfect harmony, becoming an integral part of the created patterns. His approach to printmaking is a gesture of affection, an engraved poetry, without sharp and dry cuts, without any bleeding.
In addition to numerous solo exhibitions, Alex Gama has participated in collective exhibitions, art salons, and national and international biennials, with his works being displayed in important museums such as the University of Essex School of Art in England, MOMA in New York, MNBA in Rio de Janeiro, Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo, Victor Meirelles Museum in Florianópolis, SC, National Library Foundation in Rio de Janeiro, and Inconfidência Museum in Minas Gerais. His work has been featured in various publications, including Allgemeines Kuenstlerxikon in Germany, and is also present in numerous private collections.
Experience the captivating artistry of Alex Gama as he pushes the boundaries of traditional woodcut prints, capturing the essence of wood and creating intricate patterns that evoke both harmony and emotion. Through his unique approach, Gama invites viewers to appreciate the beauty and poetry that can be found in the medium of printmaking.
