Chapter I: 21st Century Enlightenment

This solo exhibition marks an evolution of Basquiat’s visionary neo-expressionism, reinterpreted through a contemporary lens. The works presented in this series are a formal inquiry into the interplay of brushstrokes, writing, and semantics, with subtle nods to the later phases of Picasso’s artistic language. As a self-taught artist, John Benedict Alvarez Plenos’ exploration of these themes transcends the confines of personal narrative, dividing into broader existential and humanistic concerns.