"sequence of a step black" by Pancho Porto 2023
Spanish artist Pancho Porto, born in Santiago de Compostela in 1988, has gained recognition for his mastery of materials like bronze and Corten steel. Porto first trained in cabinetmaking and later pursued sculpture at the Mestre Mateo School of Arts and Crafts, where he honed his ability to craft dynamic, expressive works using industrial materials. His art reflects both social themes and personal experiences, often exploring the relationship between material and narrative.
"Sequence of a Step Black", one of his standout pieces, is a limited-edition sculpture blending bronze with weathered corten steel. This combination of materials reflects Porto’s fascination with the tension between permanence and change. The black patina of the bronze suggests refinement, while the rough steel symbolizes time and transformation. The title, evoking a single step in a larger journey, hints at life's progression and the beauty found in each moment of transition.
