Jorge Pardo

Biography

Cuban-American artist Jorge Pardo was born in Havana, raised in Chicago and now lives and works in Mérida, Mexico. His multifaceted practice operates at the meeting points of painting, design, sculpture, architecture and construction, and his works range from individual paintings to complete buildings. In the multiple disciplines in which he operates, Pardo’s distinctive style is characterised vibrant palettes and eclectic patterns, often juxtaposing natural elements with industrial materials. He was awarded a MacArthur Fellowship (aka the ‘Genius Grant’) in 2010.