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It is a contemporary art event held in the city of Cuenca, Ecuador. This biennial has a long tradition and is recognized as one of the most important artistic events in Latin America, it seeks to encourage dialogue and reflection on contemporary issues through art.

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The first edition was celebrated in April 1987

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As it names explains it is celebrated every two years.

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The Cuenca Biennial presents a variety of works by national and international artists in different disciplines, such as painting, sculpture, installations, video art, among others.

Mainly there are paintings or videos, but sometimes there are entire rooms themed on a specific theme that create a more moving experience.

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Comparative table of the Biennial in its beginnings and now

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Comparative table of the Biennial in its beginnings and now

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The 16th Biennial of Cuenca it is formed by jury composed of inclusive, multidisciplinary and highly experienced judges, made up of: Claudia Paz, Dean Skira, Marco Góngora, Javier Ten, Esther Torelló, Diana Solís.

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Why does it take place in the city of Cuenca?

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Why does it take place in the city of Cuenca?

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The idea of Cuenca having its biennial was born because the Museum of Modern Art was holding exhibitions with international artists. Ecuadorian artist Estuardo Maldonado suggested Estrella to organize an event with artists from abroad.

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When and why did the manifestations of the Biennial change?

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When and why did the manifestations of the Biennial change?

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Starting from the fifth biennial, conceptual aspects began to be created to perceive the pictorial transformations of Latin America and the entire continent. Since then, each biennial has a different theme and it is part of its essence that every two years each biennial focuses on a new challenge.

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De RTVE, J. Zamora en In Arte Contemporáneo. Bienal de Cuenca.

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The University of Cuenca is organizing the 2023 Biennial, focused on Social Equity, with the help of the local government.

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What are the artistic manifestations that are presented at the Biennial? And what does each one represent? 

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What are the artistic manifestations that are presented at the Biennial? And what does each one represent? 

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Paintings: Form of expression for any theme that the artist seeks to express.

Photography: Capture a specific moment in time and space, manifesting a specific situation.

Performances: Public spectacles that require the presence of spectators to carry out their works, they can express personal themes.

Sculptures: Used both to create original and fascinating works and to recreate and represent figures, characters, objects, people or animals.