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Issue 3 . Guillermo Lorca
Remembering an Iconic Issue of The Guide Artists Magazine: Guillermo Lorca on the Cover
Within the archive of The Guide Artists Magazine, there are issues that continue to stand out for their artistic significance. One of the most memorable is the edition featuring Chilean painter Guillermo Lorca on the cover—an artist whose work has reshaped the conversation around contemporary figurative painting.
Guillermo Lorca García born in Santiago, Chile in 1984, has built an international career grounded in a visual language that blends rigorous classical technique with a highly personal symbolic universe. His work merges baroque influences, magical realism, and dreamlike narratives, resulting in paintings that explore the tension between innocence and danger, beauty and violence.
Lorca’s appearance on the cover of The Guide Artists Magazine was not only a celebration of his work but also a defining moment for the global visibility of contemporary realism. Throughout his career, he has presented major exhibitions at venues such as the MOCO Museum in Barcelona, the National Museum of Fine Arts in Chile, and galleries in Seoul, London, and Mexico City—earning recognition from critics and collectors worldwide.
Revisiting this issue today, one can still feel the impact of an aesthetic that defies easy categorization. Guillermo Lorca’s work continues to inspire artists, art lovers, and readers who seek visual stories that transcend convention and ignite the imagination.
Rediscovering an Iconic Edition
Cover and Interview
We were honored to feature one of Guillermo Lorca’s most iconic figurative paintings on the cover: Laura and the Dogs. This striking work, executed in oil on canvas and measuring 200 x 150 cm, embodies the intensity and symbolic universe that define Lorca’s art.
Laura and the Dogs showcases Lorca’s mastery in combining impeccable technical realism with a dreamlike, narrative quality. The composition, rich in emotion and tension, stands as an outstanding example of his unique approach to contemporary figurative painting.
Featuring this painting on the cover underscores our commitment to highlighting artists who redefine contemporary painting and offer visual stories that endure over time.
In this issue, Guillermo Lorca gave us an exclusive interview, which we will feature in detail in our next blog post. Don’t miss it!
Exploring the Issue
We proudly featured Guillermo Lorca on the cover, accompanied by an exclusive interview with the artist. Additionally, we included another interview with Yasuaki Okamoto. We also highlighted Artist of the Month Julie Bell and the outstanding work of our featured artists Richard Joliver, Niklas Asker, Spencer Miller, and Vasilisa Romanenko, celebrating their unique artistic voices.
Furthermore, our curated sections offered a look at the best artists of the month and the most inspiring art books, providing readers with insight into the publications shaping contemporary creativity. Readers were invited to explore the vision, stories, and imagination of some of today’s most compelling artists.
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The Best Artists of the Month
The Guide Artists highlighted a group of artists who stood out for their creativity, technique, and ability to inspire through their work. Jim Calvati, Kris Iewis, Michael Peck, Michal Lukasiewicz, Makoto Oji, and Ran Airong each represented distinct voices and approaches within contemporary art. These artists demonstrated the diversity and richness of today’s painting and drawing, combining innovation with technical mastery. Their works offered fresh perspectives, explored deep emotions, and connected with unique narratives that reflected the spirit of contemporary art. By featuring the best artists of the month, the magazine reaffirmed its commitment to showcasing both emerging and established talent, providing readers with an inspiring view of the creativity that defined the contemporary art scene.
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BEST ART BOOKS
In past issues of The Guide Artists, the Best Art Books section had become an essential guide for collectors, artists, and art enthusiasts. Each edition carefully highlighted works that stood out for their visual innovation, in-depth research, or ability to inspire creativity. From monographs of great masters to publications exploring new artistic trends, this feature offered a unique journey through the most significant art books, reminding readers how printed works could capture and convey the essence of artistic creation.
