VIOLA's 'The Storyteller' Exhibition Opens at Renace Contemporary Art in Baeza

The exhibition 'The Storyteller' by VIOLA is on view at Galería Renace Contemporary Art in Baeza, Jaén, from June 13 to September 1, 2026. Curated by Almudena Ríos López, the show presents a series of works where the Seville-based artist revisits his artistic trajectory while exploring new expressive paths. Known for technical precision and anime-inspired iconography, VIOLA creates narrative-driven images blending observed reality and imagination. The exhibition includes pieces like 'Hey dude, stop drawing anime' and 'Never say that again,' which reflect on the tension between abandoning anime influences and embracing them. Cultural references include Mark Ryden, Gary Baseman, Hayao Miyazaki, and Raymond Pettibon, as well as the 1944 short film 'Der Schneemann.' VIOLA also addresses AI critically in works such as 'Ceci n’est pas une main générée par intelligence artificielle' and 'El cubo blanco que no pide permiso,' questioning automated image generation and formulaic critical language. The venue, the historic Pósito de Baeza, houses the exhibition, which explores identity, visual culture, and creativity in the age of AI.