"These jewel-like paintings intuitively fuse different aesthetic traditions, folk art and old master, with natural grace and an uncanny quality that may be a species of magic." —American Arts Quarterly
by Rachel Haggerty Aether Magazine Issue 1, Fall/Winter 2011, pp. 16-19 view article Immediately engaging, the work of Fatima Ronquillo reminds us of another time, one that may or may not exist. Painted in a similar manner to that of the European masters and using much of the same language as Early American Colonial art and…
Exhibition Review by Roberto Carlos Ainslie Tokyo Blues May 16, 2010 These small pieces are notable for the technical skill they display as well as the delicacy of the full-faced subjects they depict. As Ronquillo suggests, there is the sense that the viewer is stepping into a moment in which s/he was not expected. The…
We had a lovely opening and show at Wally Workman in Austin. It's two weeks into the show and I am thrilled at the turnout and ever grateful for everyone's support. Here are some installation shots taken at the gallery: You can read the statement here. Of course the entire show was stolen by my…
For those who have been waiting for the final paintings in the "Secret Narratives" show... After painting nearly everyday since for several months now... I am truly ready for a week of vacation, first in Marfa, then Austin. I'm also looking forward to meeting everyone at the opening ~ Saturday, May 1, 6-8 pm at…
available at Wally Workman...
Two small new paintings are now available at Wally Workman.
Several new paintings for my upcoming May solo show "Secret Narratives" are now available on preview. Please visit my website or Wally Workman's for details. Plus more images coming soon...
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. The feasting continues as I am featured in a group show called "Feast" at Wally Workman in Austin, Texas. I sent two paintings for inclusion and "Cherry Picker" sold immediately. "Peaches" is still available. Please go see the opening, or better yet join them for dinner, if in…
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