Patricia Ortiz
Born: 1991
Hometown: Monterrey
Based in: Monterrey, México
Born: 1991
Hometown: Monterrey
Based in: Monterrey, México
In 2013, Patricia completed her Bachelor of Arts in Art Therapy at Emmanuel College, Boston. Her liberal arts studies prepared her in clinical psychology and studio art techniques, majoring in Art Therapy. In 2018, she read a Masters in Art Therapy, in Barcelona, attending mental conditions such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, psychosis, affective, personality and eating disorders.
During her masters, she underwent an exchange program in London at the International Center for Arts Psychotherapies Training (ICAPT) in Mental Health, within the National Health Service (NHS).
While living in Europe she was inspired by the drapery of the Renaissance old masters and the dramatic chiaroscuro of the Baroque, later adapting the oil painting technique of grisaille and colour glazing into contemporary realism. Patricia now works as a full time artist, her knowledge and experience on art psychotherapy practice in mental health, has been the preliminary process leading to the creation of her work.
What inspires you?
Being open to feeling feelings and listening to other people's life stories.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Psychological, Sublime, Spirited
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Caravaggio, William Bouguereau and Max Ernst.
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
Brushes! And of course, high quality oils.
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
Do not pay attention to what others are doing, focus and trust your craft.
Where do you go for inspiration?
Places I can be alone in silence for example; my studio, my garden, while taking a shower or swimming.
Education
Metafora Art Therapy Centre
Spain, 2018
Emmanuel College
United States of America, 2013
Exhibitions
The Bricklane Gallery
United Kingdom, 2021
Annual Art Exhibit Fundraiser Mexican Red Cross
Mexico, 2019
Art Lover Ground
Spain, 2018
A Sanchez Gallery
Mexico, 2018
NOU
Spain, 2017
40 Artistas Un Impulso
Mexico, 2016
Mutuo Galeria
Spain, 2016
Bernardini Art Gallery Auction
Mexico, 2016
Bernardini Art Gallery Polanco
Mexico, 2016
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