Amalia Valdes visited by Stephanie Imbeau

Amalia Valdés, a Chilean artist based in Berlin, has formed a unique blend of professional and neighborly relationships during her time at the Institut fur Alles Mogliche. Her artwork, deeply influenced by sacred geometry and ancient symbolism, reflects her Latin American heritage and creates an engaging, welcoming aura. Her journey into "sacred-magical geometry," inspired by cultural symbols like the chakana and Mexican temple motifs, infuses her paintings and sculptures with a blend of traditional and personal significance. While her paintings exhibit a consistent geometric motif, her ceramics show a more varied and fluid form, reflecting the contrasting nature of the materials. Valdés's life, marked by motherhood and the pandemic, has brought about profound changes, inspiring her creativity and resilience. Balancing her artistic pursuits with family life, she continues to work on new projects, including drawings and upcoming exhibitions, while also savoring simple joys like her favorite ice cream flavors: pistachio, dark chocolate, and caramel fleur de sel.