Artist spotlight : CRISTÓBAL CORBEAUX

In my artistic practice, which is manifested primarily through sculpture but also through painting and printmaking, I explore the human figure and its emotions. My goal is to reveal the intimate truth of the bonds that connect us, pursuing the invisible in order to make it tangible.

In sculpture, my choice of materials, such as bronze, resin, and steel, is deliberate. I am drawn to their hardness and permanence, perceiving the act of modeling by hand as an almost sacred gesture. In this extension of my mind, I seek to translate the invisible into presence and inhabit the void.

My process focuses on how to convey intense emotion through something still and silent. I aspire for my works to coexist with people in both urban and domestic environments. My aim is to provoke a “crack” in routine, creating a serendipitous encounter that reconnects the viewer with the intimate and the human,reminding us of our emotional memory and our most authentic connection with ourselves in an increasingly depersonalized world.

Artist: Cristóbal Corbeaux

Inspiration & Style

What initially inspired you to become an artist, and how did you develop your unique artistic style?

From a very young age, I found myself immersed in the world of art. I spent endless hours painting and drawing, attempting to capture everything that surrounded me, animals, people, landscapes, and then transforming those images with a dreamlike, almost fantastical quality. Later I discovered sculpture and started developing human figures. In the quiet rhythm of everyday life is where I discover the art that makes us feel human, fragile, emotional, and profoundly alive. It is within ordinary gestures that I perceive something extraordinary. I view art as a way of seeing beyond what lies before us.

Creative Process

Do you have any rituals or routines that help you get into a creative mindset when starting a new project?

Rather than relying on rituals, I follow intentional methods. I am deeply drawn to symbolism and to the understanding that no detail exists by accident; every element carries meaning and purpose. With this in mind, I study and research the most compelling way to bring an idea into form. I begin with a clear concept, and through exploration and inquiry, I uncover how to shape and express it in the most fitting way. In my practice, nothing is left to chance, every choice responds to a reason, every mark serves a deliberate intention.

Artistic Influences

How do you balance historical or artistic influences with your personal style, and how do these influences manifest in your work today?

I have a profound admiration for the works of the Renaissance and its master artists. I am passionate about technique, yet I am equally drawn to the ambiguity and subjectivity found in Surrealism and Symbolism. For this reason, I draw from a diverse range of influences, weaving them together to convey my message without making it overt or literal, inviting the viewer to question, explore, and interact with the work. Artists such as Michelangelo and Botticelli have been fundamental references for me, particularly in terms of technical mastery,while at the same time, in my use of symbolism, I highlight qualities and influences drawn from artists across different periods and movements.

The Bet

Resin sculpture with quartz and iron structure on a metal framework with epoxy paint.

180 x 120 x 40 cm

2025

Emotion & Expression

How do you use your art to evoke emotions, and what role does emotion play in your creative process?

We live today in an increasingly impersonal, almost robotic world, where it is difficult to truly appreciate the simple and the everyday. At times, my creative process focuses on the opposite of what I see, striving to imagine a better reality; at other times, it is guided purely by the intensity of an idea or an emotion. My art seeks to create a pause, a moment of introspection that invites the viewer to stop and contemplate. Within that reflection, the recognition of simple gestures, glances, postures, and proximities transports one to a space beyond ordinary reality: a small, intimate microcosm where we feel more human, more real. In that world, everything is heightened, more vivid, and impossible to deny; there is no pretense, only the profound authenticity of being truly human.

Exhibiting Work

How do you feel about exhibiting your artwork with The Holy Art Gallery, and what does this opportunity mean to you?

It is truly exciting to see how far my art has traveled. I have always dreamed of my work crossing borders, reaching diverse places around the world, and being shared with a wide audience. In Chile, where I come from, aiming for opportunities beyond national borders is essential for the growth of our discipline. For this reason, I feel immense pride in having established a presence in the United Kingdom and having the opportunity to exhibit with The Holy Art.

Future Goals

What are your long-term goals and aspirations as an artist, and how do you plan to achieve them?

I dream of leaving a lasting mark here in Europe and plan to continue developing my work in this context. I am particularly drawn to the idea of engaging people through art, which makes public art, urban interventions, and participatory projects important avenues to explore. I have always defined myself as a diligent and determined individual. I study, work hard, and persist, believing that dedication and effort are key to success. When effort and sacrifice are combined with talent and ingenuity in one’s work, the artwork begins to speak for itself, and doors naturally open. When a piece communicates its message clearly, we are already on the right path.

Audience Connection

What do you hope viewers take away from experiencing your art, and how do you aim to connect with them on an emotional or intellectual level?

I hope that when viewers encounter my work, the first thing they do is truly pause, pause in a meaningful way. I want them to experience that moment of stillness, where stepping away from the noise of the real world allows us to reconnect with ourselves. In daily life, we are constantly bombarded by stimuli that prevent us from appreciating simplicity; this is the moment to be moved by something we may have forgotten. I want viewers to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary, to find something captivating and surprising in what is seemingly familiar.