Disrupted Realism
Disrupted Realism is an art historical term coined by author John Seed. This style deviates from traditional Realism, challenging its conventions while extending the conversation into the contemporary sphere. José Luis Ceña’s works, including those on show at his solo exhibition at our Toronto gallery, “Once upon a time…”, have been placed within this movement and style.
Visual elements are literally ‘disrupted’ by forms that intervene in the viewer’s perception of realism within the artistic composition. These gestures often reference the cinematic, digital, and technological, situating the style firmly within the contemporary moment.
