Catherine Restrepo, a versatile creator from Bogotá, Colombia, now based in New Orleans, Louisiana, brings a dynamic blend of architecture, graphic design, and video making. Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Historic Preservation at Tulane University, her passion for understanding and safeguarding the past is matched by her adventurous nature as a rescue and nitrox scuba diver. Intrigued by sociology and marine archaeology, she delves into the complexities of human societies, exploring the historical interactions of cultures with oceans, lakes, and rivers.
Catherine possesses a distinctive perspective on art, viewing it as an expansive sphere with limitless possibilities. She sees all artistic expressions as catalysts of the environment and its interaction with humanity, both on an individual and collective level. Through her work, she challenges conventional values, presenting incisive social and political critiques that resonate with the modern world. Her creations contribute valuable insights to ongoing societal discussions.
Photography and photomontage are Catherine's mediums of choice allowing her to transcend traditional graphic compositions. Skillfully synthesizing these elements, Catherine elevates the mood and infuses psychological depth into her storytelling. Each photograph becomes a window into a compelling narrative, encouraging viewers to immerse themselves in the conveyed emotions and messages. She experiments with old styles and techniques, seamlessly integrating new technologies and meticulous attention to detail. In doing so, she captures the essence of her subjects, enriching her work with layers of meaning and mystery.
“Catherine is a visual antropologist”
Workshops led —
"Image conceptualization"
Alliance Française,
Santa Marta, Colombia,
(2013)
"Genuine fakes"
Autonomous University of the Caribbean, Barranquilla, Colombia
(2013)
"Cadavre Exquis"
University Jorge Tadeo Lozano,
Cartagena, Colombia
(2013)
"Collage as an Aesthetic generator" Maldeojo
Cartagena, Colombia
(2013)
"[Fraud] as a work of art"
Modern Art Museum of Medellín
Medellín, Colombia
(2011)
Lectures —
”No matter where you go… There you are”
School of Design / Loyola University
New Orleans, LA
(2018)
“Subversion and trivialization: Photomontage / collage from two antagonistic representations”
Autonomous University Of The Caribbean Barranquilla, Colombia
(2013)
Exhibitions —
Todo Es Mentira | Festival Propaganda Barranquilla, Colombia, 2018
Distopía | Festival Propaganda
Barranquilla, Colombia, 2015
Lumens 2015 | Galería Neebex
Bogotá, Colombia, 2015
Feria de arte Odeon | Teatro Odeón
Bogotá, Colombia, 2013
Cortar, pegar, representar la historia | Paideia
Bogota, Colombia, 2013
Propaganda grafica | Festival Propaganda Barranquilla, Colombia, 2013
Thy will be done | Alliance Française
Santa Marta, Colombia, 2013
Thy will be done | Maldeojo
Cartagena, Colombia, 2013
LadyZorro | Bastardo
Bogota, Colombia, 2011
DoñaGloria Expolive | ArtHotel
Medellin, Colombia, 2009
Taxonomía Visceral | Casa Ensamble
Bogota, Colombia, 2009
Le Dur et Le Mou | Local Project
LIC, NY, 2008
Poster parade | TrueLove art Gallery
Savona, Italia; 2008
In printed publications —
Universo Centro (Col)
Proyecto Diseño (Col)
Revista Cambio (Col)
Revista Carrusel (Col)
Revista Shock (Col)
Revista Dinero (Col)
Periodico El Tiempo (Col)
Doña Gloria (Col)
Monoclab (Bcn)
Fiesta del Té (Col)
Periodico El Universal (Col)
Periodico Hoy (Col)
Periodico El Informador (Col)
Periodico Arteria (Col)
In online publications —
The 22 Magazine, NY, USA
Neuroblasto, México DF, MX
Tocayo, Rio de Janeiro, BR
Fashion Radical News, Bogotá, COL
Revista Gavia, Bogotá, COL
Yo soy la Maga, Medellín, COL
Colectivo Bicicleta, Bogotá, COL
Absolut Network, America's & Spanish edition, MX-ESP
Agenda Samaria, Santa Marta, COL