Neto
Mayan dreams, 2022
ACRYLIC PAINT SPRAY PAINT OIL PASTEL
Height 122 cm x Width 91 cm
Artwork is stretched and ready to hang & comes with certificate of authenticity
I feel as though I’ve stepped into a forgotten realm—a place where the boundaries between the earthly and the divine dissolve. vibrant colors pulse like the rhythm of an ancient drum, a connection to something much larger than myself. It’s a reminder of the beauty and mystery of human history and our bond with the natural world. At the same time, there’s a faint melancholy—a longing to understand the dreams and wisdom of the past, which now feels so distant.
Artist Bio: Ernesto Tomas Vaquero is an artist whose work gently invites introspection and reflection. His creative process often begins in a spontaneous, intuitive way, allowing his emotions, subconscious thoughts, and personal experiences to naturally take shape on the canvas. He refers to this process as "unconscious art," believing that the meaning of his work doesn't need to be immediately apparent. Instead, it unfolds over time, both for himself and for those who encounter it. In 2022, Vaquero marked a significant milestone in his career with his first solo exhibition at Sol Gallery in Fitzroy. That same year, he was awarded the WOT Collective artist residency at the Old Cheese Factory in Berwick. His work began to gain international attention, with participation in four group exhibitions. His art was also featured in the ART ANTHOLOGY V: MADRID EDITION in 2022, and he returned to Madrid in 2023 for the "Sun of the Kingdom" group show. His involvement in the New Ground commission program in 2023 supported by the Sidney Myer Fund provided a platform for him to explore the theme of "borders and boundaries." On a local level, Vaquero became a resident artist at Garage 35, a southeast Melbourne art studio. Here, he engaged in community workshops and mural projects, contributing meaningfully to the local art scene. In 2024, he and his group were honored with the Community Group of the Year Award at the Greater Dandenong Australia Day Awards, recognizing the impact of their work in the community. Vaquero's journey as an artist is one of quiet dedication, allowing his work to grow naturally and offering others the space to connect with it in their own time.