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'''Alexander Acosta Osorio'''
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My name is Alexander Acosta Osorio, a Colombian by birth and a New Yorker by persuasion. For
 
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the past three years, I have been exploring the limitless offerings of New York, an
 
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experience that has been at once useful and satisfying on both a personal and a professional
 
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level. I am pursuing a Fine Arts degree at LaGuardia Community College in addition to
 
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free-lancing as a photographer and volunteering in an art workshop at the Museum of Modern
 
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Art. In these weekly workshops, I provide support to guest art educators, as a result of
 
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which I have gained a meaningful insight into the different social uses of art.
 
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In visual art, I found a meaningful vent for emotions and thoughts that being away from my
 
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country of birth brought about and a great medium through which I could recount and relive
 
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salient moments of my new life. I have been exploring the relationships we have with the
 
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objects that surround us and with the situations we find ourselves in every day. I am
 
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interested in how these relationships change the way we perceive ourselves, and consequently,
 
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the way we look at things.
 
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I started my exploration of art with photography, drawing, and collage here in New York. My
 
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photography captures different aspects of contemporary metropolitan life. That said, it is
 
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not just urban. I would like to think of it as universal in being capable of speaking to
 
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schooled and unschooled, to city- and country-dwellers alike.
 
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In my work, I have tried to encourage people to think and re-assess the obvious: what we all
 
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see but never linger upon. I have tried to tell stories public and private. I have attempted
 
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to explore knowledge both formal and informal. I want to interpret visually that tingling de
 
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ja vu sensation we get every day immerse in routine. I want to reflect the feeling of the
 
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ordinary and the unique; inhaling the aroma of freshly brewed coffee coming from the
 
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coffee-shop around the corner or hearing the same persistent don't miss our lunch special of
 
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the Italian joint's barker. In my work, that feeling of the always growing city and the
 
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melancholy of present and gladly remembered past times,is always welcomed.
 
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Today, I seek to pursue a degree in Fine Arts because I am looking to re-invent myself in a
 
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new and exciting direction, live new experiences and find new paths to follow. My goal is,
 
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broadly speaking, to become a complete individual as well as a better artist. What this means
 
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is that I seek to expand my awareness of human nature, as well as my knowledge and vision of
 
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the world. I want to branch out and diversify the media I use in order to be able to develop
 
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my own visual language through which I can communicate this reality of ours in a coherent and
 
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meaningful form. I believe that my artistic experience will be greatly enriched by changing
 
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the cultural setting in which my baptism in the arts took place.which means that i want to meet lots of interesting  people and i wish totravel alot!
 
  
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Culture is the basic material of my art, my laboratory, and the reason of my endeavors.
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'''Artist born in Bogotá, Colombia.'''
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Culture to me, is a live organism which in its own merit deserves to be exposed. In my work,
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'''
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I intend to communicate and express ideas and thoughts to generate provocative personal
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Alexander is a visual artist who works primarily with digital multimedia in the forms of digital photography, video, interventions, online publications and exhibitions.'''
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feelings and social awareness of what we are as individuals, and how the way we live today in
 
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society morphs constantly.  
 
  
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I believe that my artistic experience and craft will
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greatly be enriched by my life experiences,past and present and by pursuing mayor studies and traveling.I would like to continue this
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Alexander graduated in Journalism and Mass Communication from the [https://www.aubg.edu/ American University in Bulgaria] and Fine Arts from [https://www.laguardia.edu/ LaGuardia Community College] at The [https://www.cuny.edu/ City University of New York]. He has had internships at [https://www.momaps1.org/en PS1 Moma Contemporary Art Center] and had further apprenticeship training in art handling and installation at Katharina Rich Perlow Gallery and Thomas & Associates, where he's done installation work for several high-end exhibitors such as [https://www.phillips.com/ PHILLIPS auction house], [https://www.thearmoryshow.com/ The Armory Show New York], Anna Tzarev Gallery 5th Ave, [https://www.artbasel.com/ Art Basel New York], [https://www.frithstreetgallery.com/ Frith Street Gallery London|New York.]
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artistic exploration of my self ,in order to achieve satisfactory results.
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'''Between 2003 and 2009 in New York City''' Alexander was exposed to a wealth of art influences from some of the most recognized artists of our time that helped him develop a range of work that led to his current focus on photography.
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In his images Alexander explores the relationships of his subjects with their immediate surroundings. He is interested in how these relationships change the way we perceive ourselves and how they change the way we look at things.
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'''In''' '''2009''' '''Alexander''' '''moved''' '''to''' '''Bulgaria''' to continue with his university studies. This would be the starting point of a new phase in his photography exploration that continues to this day: 
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"When I first came to Bulgaria I was amused by this often neglected but vibrant and emblematic country. Living here and experiencing Bulgaria first-hand has helped me to see beyond the surface and visually capture the magic of Bulgaria and its peoples. Now I record life as it’s presented to me. It’s a never-ending discovering process. In my work I aim to portrait the Bulgarian experience in all its uniqueness, with dignity and truth."
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'''To date, Alexander has had a couple of exhibitions in Bulgaria, the first at the Balkansky Academic Center at the [https://www.aubg.edu/region-selector/ American University in Bulgaria] - AUBG( 2010) and at [https://nationalgallery.bg/visiting/sofia-arsenal-museum-of-contemporary-art/ Sofia Arsenal - Museum for Contemporary Art] ( 2011) as part of the European Photography month.'''
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'''EXHIBITIONS:'''
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[https://sofiaarsenal-mca.org/en/events/european-month-photography-human-factor?fbclid=IwY2xjawJXbcxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHTIh2CjPR5kG-paeJyF_zAR-ZXDGoqqxDRkiQ9LhW3kMgQ8hkCVNudutXg_aem_j5z2Ru5MyCAbypV-9JIA-A EUROPEAN PHOTOGRAPHY MONTH at SAMCA]: Sofia Arsenal Museum for Contemporary Art, 2011.
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SOLO EXHIBITION: American University in Bulgaria, 2010.
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SOMOS: Latino Heritage. LaGuardia Community College, City University of New York, 2009.
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INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS SHOW, LaGuardia Community College, City University of New York, 2007.
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WORKS ON PAPER: FLUX Factory, Long Island City, New York, 2006.
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SAON de EXPACE#3. AG Gallery, Brooklyn, 2005 - 2006.
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THOUSAND DRAWINGS:  Artists Space SOHO, New York, 2005 - 2008.
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'''PUBLICATIONS'''
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BNR Bulgarian National Radio online, 2025 [https://bnr.bg/radiobulgaria/post/102119082/aleksandar-akosta-osorio-za-izkustvoto-da-si-expat-v-balgaria?fbclid=IwY2xjawIomvtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHZ5nwPSXa4OJckPcgFwZfPl48dx3fnnpegactaNL8H2MhUD-GcK3Qv8obA_aem_h7URtnhDqsNBwYxpXYFU5A "Александър Акоста Осорио за изкуството да си expat в България"]
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BBC Sounds of the World, 2023 "[https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct41y2?fbclid=IwAR1sQWkmUBqZ7S4YEIeGpqi-NNWP-JAyjJwRAdqUoJzc4UgG0_4xolTKtgY A balloon floats into 1.5 million Facebook feeds]"
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IN FOCUS Magazine, American University in Bulgaria 2011 - 20213  "[https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=531966553549396&set=a.531966293549422 September 13, 2013]"
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[https://issuu.com/aubg/docs/aubg_today_issue48_eng AUBG Today Magazine], American University in Bulgaria 2010 - 2012
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DNEVNIK NEWS online, 2011 " [https://www.dnevnik.bg/photos/2011/06/06/1101709_fotogaleriia_edin_uikend_v_plen_na_detskoto/ Фотогалерия: Един уикенд в плен на детскот]о"
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AUBG Daily online, 2010-2013 " [https://aubgdaily.com/founder-team/ The founder team"]
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FLASHNEWS online, 2010-2012
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'''EDUCATION:'''
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B.A.  Journalism and Mass Communication. AUBG The American Univeristy in Bulgaria, 2012.
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A.S. Fine Arts. Fiorello H. LaGuardia Community College, CUNY City University of New York, 2008.
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International Business. Politecnico Grancolombiano University, Bogota, 2000-2003.
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'''NOTABLE MENTORS'''
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[https://www.artbasel.com/stories/betty-tompkins-interview-fiona-alison-duncan?lang=en Betty Tompkins], American artist.
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[https://www.caribbeanstudiesassociation.org/lawrence-waldron-2/ Lawrence Waldron], Art historian and critic.
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[https://scottsternbach.com/ Scott Sternbach], American Photographer.
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[https://dennisdamelio.com/index.php Dennis D'Amelio], American painter.
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'''USEFUL LINKS:'''
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'''PHOTOGRAPHY'''
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Saatchi ONLINE http://www.saatchionline.com/deacosta
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Photography Facebook PAGE https://www.facebook.com/Alexander-Acosta-Osorio-Photography-182890015056167/
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'''FILM/VIDEO'''
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FILM CREDITS https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9216709/
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'''SOCIALS'''
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ABOUT ME https://about.me/alexanderacostaosorio
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X https://x.com/alexacostaosori
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'''BLOGGING:'''
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Journal BLOG http://www.mybulgarianlife.blogspot.com/
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Media Facebook PAGE https://www.facebook.com/AlexanderAcostaOsorioPage/
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Media BLOG http://www.alexanderacostaosorio.wordpress.com
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Google ARTS & CULTURE https://artsandculture.google.com/usergallery/gAKSOfDReVSJKg
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Behance NETWORK https://www.behance.net/alexanderacostaosori
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'''When Alexander is not dedicating his time to art, culture, or education, he is making a living using his intellect and critical thinking as an analyst for International business ventures. He also loves spending time outdoors ,cooking, and day-dreaming with his son.'''
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More at:
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'''LINKEDIN'''
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-acosta-osorio-540a861a/

Latest revision as of 22:10, 4 June 2025

Alexander Acosta Osorio

Artist born in Bogotá, Colombia. Alexander is a visual artist who works primarily with digital multimedia in the forms of digital photography, video, interventions, online publications and exhibitions.


Alexander graduated in Journalism and Mass Communication from the American University in Bulgaria and Fine Arts from LaGuardia Community College at The City University of New York. He has had internships at PS1 Moma Contemporary Art Center and had further apprenticeship training in art handling and installation at Katharina Rich Perlow Gallery and Thomas & Associates, where he's done installation work for several high-end exhibitors such as PHILLIPS auction house, The Armory Show New York, Anna Tzarev Gallery 5th Ave, Art Basel New York, Frith Street Gallery London|New York.


Between 2003 and 2009 in New York City Alexander was exposed to a wealth of art influences from some of the most recognized artists of our time that helped him develop a range of work that led to his current focus on photography.

In his images Alexander explores the relationships of his subjects with their immediate surroundings. He is interested in how these relationships change the way we perceive ourselves and how they change the way we look at things.


In 2009 Alexander moved to Bulgaria to continue with his university studies. This would be the starting point of a new phase in his photography exploration that continues to this day: 

"When I first came to Bulgaria I was amused by this often neglected but vibrant and emblematic country. Living here and experiencing Bulgaria first-hand has helped me to see beyond the surface and visually capture the magic of Bulgaria and its peoples. Now I record life as it’s presented to me. It’s a never-ending discovering process. In my work I aim to portrait the Bulgarian experience in all its uniqueness, with dignity and truth."


To date, Alexander has had a couple of exhibitions in Bulgaria, the first at the Balkansky Academic Center at the American University in Bulgaria - AUBG( 2010) and at Sofia Arsenal - Museum for Contemporary Art ( 2011) as part of the European Photography month.


EXHIBITIONS:

EUROPEAN PHOTOGRAPHY MONTH at SAMCA: Sofia Arsenal Museum for Contemporary Art, 2011.

SOLO EXHIBITION: American University in Bulgaria, 2010.

SOMOS: Latino Heritage. LaGuardia Community College, City University of New York, 2009.

INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS SHOW, LaGuardia Community College, City University of New York, 2007.

WORKS ON PAPER: FLUX Factory, Long Island City, New York, 2006.

SAON de EXPACE#3. AG Gallery, Brooklyn, 2005 - 2006.

THOUSAND DRAWINGS:  Artists Space SOHO, New York, 2005 - 2008.


PUBLICATIONS

BNR Bulgarian National Radio online, 2025 "Александър Акоста Осорио за изкуството да си expat в България"

BBC Sounds of the World, 2023 "A balloon floats into 1.5 million Facebook feeds"

IN FOCUS Magazine, American University in Bulgaria 2011 - 20213 "September 13, 2013"

AUBG Today Magazine, American University in Bulgaria 2010 - 2012

DNEVNIK NEWS online, 2011 " Фотогалерия: Един уикенд в плен на детското"

AUBG Daily online, 2010-2013 " The founder team"

FLASHNEWS online, 2010-2012


EDUCATION:

B.A.  Journalism and Mass Communication. AUBG The American Univeristy in Bulgaria, 2012.

A.S. Fine Arts. Fiorello H. LaGuardia Community College, CUNY City University of New York, 2008.

International Business. Politecnico Grancolombiano University, Bogota, 2000-2003.


NOTABLE MENTORS

Betty Tompkins, American artist. Lawrence Waldron, Art historian and critic. Scott Sternbach, American Photographer. Dennis D'Amelio, American painter.


USEFUL LINKS:


PHOTOGRAPHY

Saatchi ONLINE http://www.saatchionline.com/deacosta

Photography Facebook PAGE https://www.facebook.com/Alexander-Acosta-Osorio-Photography-182890015056167/


FILM/VIDEO

FILM CREDITS https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9216709/


SOCIALS

ABOUT ME https://about.me/alexanderacostaosorio

X https://x.com/alexacostaosori


BLOGGING:

Journal BLOG http://www.mybulgarianlife.blogspot.com/

Media Facebook PAGE https://www.facebook.com/AlexanderAcostaOsorioPage/

Media BLOG http://www.alexanderacostaosorio.wordpress.com

Google ARTS & CULTURE https://artsandculture.google.com/usergallery/gAKSOfDReVSJKg

Behance NETWORK https://www.behance.net/alexanderacostaosori


When Alexander is not dedicating his time to art, culture, or education, he is making a living using his intellect and critical thinking as an analyst for International business ventures. He also loves spending time outdoors ,cooking, and day-dreaming with his son.


More at:

LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-acosta-osorio-540a861a/

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