Artist Talk: Jose Alvarez (D.O.P.A.)

Globally renowned and celebrated for his exquisitely crafted lush and brilliant works, Jose Alvarez (D.O.P.A.) brings an extraordinary life story to a rich and compelling body of work in a variety of media. Born Deyvi Orangel Peña Arteaga, using his moniker Jose Alvarez (D.O.P.A.), he is a versatile artist who creates paintings/collages on mica, videos, installations, and performances. Through his artistic expressions, he deconstructs belief systems by exploring the interplay of science, spirituality, and mysticism.