Daniel Chimal's Geometric Illustrations Blend Mexican Folk Art with European Precision

Daniel Chimal, an illustrator based in Berlin who grew up in Mexico City, creates dense, layered compositions using overlapping geometric shapes, flat color fields, and sculptural figures. His work is informed by his architectural training, which influences his approach to visual space, balance, and the weight of forms. Chimal's illustrations combine the chromatic energy of Mexican folk art with formal European rigor, without either dominating. The article highlights his rigorous internal logic and structured use of color, positioning his work as systems of visual relationships rather than traditional images.