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April 15, 2026
Alquimia, the art exhibition in Medellin that explores chance and non-traditional materials
Jorge Ortiz, Carlos Carmona and Natalia Giraldo agree that chance is at the center of their artistic work. Alchemy, the exhibition open at El Coleccionista Galería, located in Barrio Colombia, until April 25, revolves around what happens by chance with the materials their works are made of – salt, photographic chemicals and even flowers.
TL;DR
- The "Alquimia" exhibition at El Coleccionista Galería showcases the work of Jorge Ortiz, Carlos Carmona, and Natalia Giraldo.
- The artists use chance as a central creative axis, employing unconventional materials and experimental processes.
- Carlos Carmona experiments with photographic chemicals to create unique color palettes, deviating from traditional techniques.
- Jorge Ortiz's work explores 'writing with light,' reflecting on time and space, and includes pieces using sunflowers and photographic chemicals.
- Natalia Giraldo uses materials like salt, exploring dualities and finding value in imperfections and the unexpected outcomes of chance.
- The exhibition draws parallels to alchemy, where simple materials are transformed, reflecting the artists' experimental approach.