Igor Montoya-Laske | igmolask
Born in Lima, Perú (1962) | Lives and works in Miami, Florida
In my paintings, I draw upon two powerful influences that deeply shape the meaning and identity of my work: my roots and my life abroad.
A vital part of my visual inspiration comes from Peru—my homeland—which, despite the passage of time and physical distance, remains ever present. Its timeless landscapes, rich and partially hidden history, customs, people, and personal memories all infuse my art. I refer to this influence as Geometrization—a term that captures the way these elements manifest in my work, as a persistent call to keep them alive and visible.
Equally significant is the role of my adoptive city, Miami. Its constant flux, cultural collisions, stark contrasts between wealth and poverty, and vibrant natural beauty create a complex visual and emotional environment. Miami, with its new-city energy, raw materialism, underlying violence, sensuality, and the deep yet often overlooked Southern roots, becomes another essential layer in my artistic language.
Some of my paintings resemble torn veils, punctured with holes, inviting the viewer to search for what lies beyond—perhaps a face, a place, a memory, an emotion, or simply something hidden, waiting to be discovered.
2022 Aparador Lima gallery, Chorrillos, Lima, Peru
2021 Galeria L86, Ensenada, Mexico.
2020 Bekance gallery, Coconut Grove, Florida.
2019 Miami Design District Art Space.
2014 Collabo 2015, Wynwood, Miami, Florida.
2014 Lolita made in China, Ricart Gallery, 2014, Wynwood, Miami.
2012 Ricart Gallery, Wynwood, Miami.
2010 Colective, Ricart Gallery, Wynwood, Miami.
2009 MOCA "15 minutes of fame" North Miami.
2009 “Artist’s Garage Sale” show, MF Gallery, North Miami.
2008 MMAS, Ritz-Carlton, Miami Beach.
2007 Edge Zone Gallery, “Tears will be shed for you” individual,Wynwood, Miami. 2006 Photo Miami premiere,“Still Moving Miami” art project,Wynwood, Miami. 2006 MMAS, Ritz-Carlton, Miami Beach.
2006 Edge Zone Gallery “Hate last summer”, solo show, Wynwood, Miami.
2005 Camp Building gallery, solo show, Miami, Florida.
2004 Art Gallery At Government Center, colectiva, City of Miami art gallery. 2004 MMAS, Ritz-Carlton, Miami Beach.
2003 Rocket Projects,Wynwood Art District, Miami.
2002 City of Jupiter City Hall Gallery Annual Exhibition, Florida.
He has also participated in Art in Public Places for the Bayfront Park Homestead in 2003. 2000 “3x3” exhibition at
Miami’s South Art Gallery; the 1997 – 98 “Art Against AIDS” exhibition at Sheldon Lurie;
the 1996 – 97 “Angels and Devils” at The Eccentric Gallery; the 1995 – 96 Unknown Artist Gallery; Miami Beach 1993 exhibition at Grayson Gallery; the 1991 “Hispanidad in U.S.A” exhibition at Miami Herald Gallery in Miami; the 1990 exhibition at Miami’s Max Gallery, and the 1988 exhibition at Coral Gables Borders Gallery.