BOTERO Filarmónico

BOTERO is a ballet inspired by the numerous paintings and artworks of Fernando Botero. This Colombian artist is famous for his distinctive style characterized by voluminous and exaggerated figures, also known as Boterismo.

With choreography by Colombian-Belgian Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, the Medellín Metropolitan Ballet Company brings the visual universe of Boterismo to life through movement. For the first time, Filarmed performs the original music of the work live, composed by Juan Pablo Acosta.

📚 History & Interesting Facts:

Fernando Botero Angulo is a renowned Colombian figurative artist and sculptor, born in Medellín on April 19, 1932. He is globally recognized for his distinctive style, often referred to as “Boterismo,” which features exaggerated, voluminous figures and forms in his paintings and sculptures. This unique approach transforms ordinary subjects, from still lifes to portraits and historical events, into monumental and often whimsical representations.

A key turning point in his career was his 1957 painting “Still Life with Mandolin,” where he experimented with disproportionately large forms, a characteristic that would define his work. His art is not meant to be a caricature but rather an exploration of volume and sensuality in form. He has often stated that he does not paint fat people, but rather “volume.”

His works frequently parody famous artworks, historical figures, and political events, imbuing them with his distinctive style. He has created numerous public sculptures that are displayed in prominent locations worldwide, including “Mona Lisa” in Florence, “The Bird” in Singapore, and many pieces in Medellín, his hometown, such as those found in Plaza Botero.

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