Ricardo Acevedo Bernal
Ricardo Acevedo Bernal
Place: Bogotá
Born: 1867
Death: 1930
Biography:
Ricardo Acevedo Bernal was a renowned Colombian portrait painter, composer, and photographer. Born in Bogotá in 1867, Bernal's artistic career spanned over four decades, during which he produced numerous masterpieces that showcase his exceptional talent and unique style.
Early Life and Education
Bernal attended the Colegio Mayor de San Bartolomé, where he studied with Father Santiago Páramo, SJ. He then enrolled at the Escuela Nacional de Bellas Artes, with Pantaleón Mendoza as his teacher. Later, he went to New York and remained for eight years, working at various photography studios. While there, he became a member of the Art Students League and worked with William Merritt Chase.
Artistic Career
Bernal returned to Colombia in 1898, where he devoted himself to creating religious murals at several churches. He became a Professor at the Escuela Nacional de Bellas Artes and established his own art school in 1901. In 1902, he went to Paris to study at the Académie Julian with Léon Bonnat and Tony Robert-Fleury. Upon his return, he was awarded a medal at an exposition celebrating 100 years of Colombian independence. Some of Bernal's notable works include:
- Ricardo Acevedo Bernal:Juan Nepomuceno Mateus, a stunning painting that embodies the essence of Colombian culture and history, available on Wikioo.org.
- Ricardo Acevedo Bernal:Nicolás Esguerra Ortiz, a thought-provoking piece that showcases the artist's unique perspective, available on Wikioo.org.
Awards and Recognition
In 1928, President Miguel Abadía Méndez honored Bernal by giving him the title Artista Máximo. The following year, he was appointed as the Colombian consul in Rome. That same year, he held his last showing at the Ibero-American Exposition. For more information about Ricardo Acevedo Bernal, visit Wikioo.org or Wikipedia. His works are also featured in the Museo de la Universidad del Rosario and the National Museum of Colombia, showcasing his contribution to Colombian art and culture.
