For the 2024 edition of NADA Miami, Primary is proud to present Paula Santomé, a Spanish artist based in Basel, Switzerland, whose hand embossed aluminum reliefs delve into themes of femininity, cultural transformation, and unconventional resistance.
Drawing inspiration from pre-Raphaelite and Symbolist art, Santomé reimagines myths and religious narratives traditionally shaped by patriarchal views, challenging their often limited portrayals of women.
Through her work, Santomé alters these inherited stories into potent symbols of strength and defiance, offering fresh perspectives on identity and liberation. Her reliefs invite a reexamination of historical narratives, fostering a dialogue about women's evolving roles and representations in contemporary culture.
Paula Santomé (b. Spain, 1994) lives and works in Basel, CH. She holds a BA in Fine Art from Pontevedra, University of Vigo, ES (2018) and a Masters in Fine Art from Institut Kunst, HGK FHNW, Basel, CH (2022). Awards include: Finalist, Kiefer Hablitzel Göhner Kunstpreis, CH (2023) and First Prize, Contemporary Art Award of the Instituto Dental Campos, Vigo, ES (2018).
She has exhibitions internationally at galleries and institutions including: Kunsthalle Palazzo, Liestal, CH; Kunsthalle Basel, CH; Kunsthaus Baselland, Basel, CH; Museum of Pontevedra, ES; MAC Museum of Contemporary Art, A Coruña, ES; Kiefer Hablitzel Stiftung, CH; Basel Social Club 2023,CH; Palazzina, Allschwil, CH; Giulietta, Basel, CH; Oreilles Internaxionales, Basel, CH; Kaiserwache, Freiburg, DE; Pilz Welle Lust, Basel, CH; Atelierhaus Klingental, Basel, CH; ESDIR, La Rioja, ES; CasaDecor, Madrid, ES; Greylight Projects, Brussels, BE. 'Concerto Finale' at Regionale 24, Kunsthaus Baselland, Basel, CH, and 'Touch and Fire' at Regionale 24, Kunst Raum Riehen, CH, and a group show (curated by Chus Martinez) at Galeria Belmonte, Barcelona, ES
Residencies include GGG Atelierhaus, Basel, CH (2024) and the International Summer Academy of Salzburg, AT (2021).
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Thursday, December 5, 11am–7pm
Friday, December 6, 11am–7pm
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