Esteban del Valle

Esteban del Valle (B. 1984) is currently exploring issues surrounding the relationship between theology and the pursuit of “true” democracy. Drawn to the iconic imagery of revolutionary struggles as they appear in the genre of history painting, photography, and film, Esteban has been investigating the moral and ethical questions pertaining to the use of “force” in the struggle for justice and equality. Originally from Chicago, IL, Esteban completed his BFA at Southern Illinois University where he received a REACH Creativity research grant, and became a McNair Scholar. He has recently completed his MFA at the Rhode Island School of Design, where he received a Presidential Scholarship, the Toby Devan Lewis Fellowship, and represented RISD at the 2009 New Insight exhibition at Art Chicago. Esteban will begin a year long residency in South Carolina at Hub-Bub this summer.

Interchangeable Flags and Sails  charcoal and acrylic on stretched paper  28” x 36”   2009

Revolutionary Attempt: Ship of State   charcoal, acrylic, tire rubber, and glitter on paper   12’ x 9’   2009