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'''Alexander Acosta Osorio'''
Born in Colombia, 1980
 
  
Alexander is a graduate of Journalism and Mass Communication from the American University in Bulgaria. He works with digital media: multimedia journalism, blogging, photography, video, film and the web. Alexander also studied fine arts at LaGuardia Comunity College at The City University of New York- CUNY.  
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Artist born in Bogotá, Colombia.
  
During his time in New York City Alexander developed a range of work in different media that finally lead to his predominant interest in photography. In his body of work Alexander explores the relationships we have with the objects that surround us and with the situations we find ourselves in every day. He is interested in how these relationships change the way we perceive ourselves, and consequently, the way we look at things.
 
  
Today, Alexander is in a new stage of development in Bulgaria.
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Alexander is a graduate of Journalism and Mass Communication from the [https://www.aubg.edu/ American University in Bulgaria] and Fine Arts from LaGuardia Community College at The [https://www.cuny.edu/ City University of New York]. Alexander works primarily with digital multimedia in the forms of blogging, digital photography, video, interventions, publications and exhibitions.
  
"When I first came to Bulgaria I was amused by this vibrant, emblematic, and fascinating country. Living here and experiencing their customs and traditions first hand has helped me to observe beyond the surface and interpret visually the magic of Bulgaria and its relationship with other member states in the EU. Now I live here and record life the way it’s presented to me. It’s indeed a discovering process. In my photographs I recollect the Bulgarian experience in its colorful tonalities, uniqueness, and enchanted mood."
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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 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.
  
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'''In''' '''2009''' '''Alexander''' '''moved''' '''to''' '''Bulgaria''' to pursue his university studies. This would be the starting point of a new phase in his photography exploration that continues to this day: 
  
Exhibitions:
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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 photographs I aim to portrait the Bulgarian experience in all its uniqueness with dignity and truth."
  
European Photography Month- SAMCA project. Sofia Arsenal Museum for Contemporary Art, November 2011.
 
  
Solo exhibition at the American University in Bulgaria- November 2010.
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'''EXHIBITIONS:'''
  
Somos: latino heritage exhibition. LaGuardia Community College-CUNY 2009, 2008
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EUROPEAN PHOTOGRAPHY MONTH at SAMCA: Sofia Arsenal Museum for Contemporary Art, 2011.
  
1000 DRAWINGS. Artists Space. Soho, New York. November 2008, 2007,2006,2005
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SOLO EXHIBITION: American University in Bulgaria, 2010.
  
International Artists Show, LaGuardia Community College-CUNY, 2007
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SOMOS: Latino Heritage. LaGuardia Community College, City University of New York, 2009.
  
WORKS ON PAPER flux factory,Long Island City, NY 2006
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INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS SHOW, LaGuardia Community College, City University of New York, 2007.
  
SAON de EXPACE#3. AG gallery, Williamsbourg, Brookly, NY 2006, 2005
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WORKS ON PAPER: FLUX Factory, Long Island City, New York, 2006.
  
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SAON de EXPACE#3. AG Gllery, Williamsbourg, Brookly, 2005 - 2006.
  
Education:
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THOUSAND DRAWINGS:  Artists Space SOHO, New York, 2005 - 2008.
  
Bachelor degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. The American Univeristy in Bulgaria, 2011.
 
  
Associate degree in Fine Art. Drawing, Painting, and Photography. LaGuardia Community College- CUNY, 2008
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'''EDUCATION:'''
  
International Business studies. Politecnico Grancolombiano, 2000-2003
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B.A.  Journalism and Mass Communication. The American Univeristy in Bulgaria, 2012.
  
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A.S. Fine Arts. LaGuardia Community Colleg, City University of New York, 2008.
  
Alexander Acosta Osorio links
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International Business. Politecnico Grancolombiano, 2000-2003.
  
  
Photography
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'''USEFUL LINKS:'''
  
Photography National Geographic https://yourshot.nationalgeographic.com/profile/45638/
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'''PHOTOGRAPHY'''
  
Photography Saatchi http://www.saatchionline.com/deacosta
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Saatchi ONLINE http://www.saatchionline.com/deacosta
  
Photography Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Alexander-Acosta-Osorio-Photography-182890015056167/
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Facebook PAGE https://www.facebook.com/Alexander-Acosta-Osorio-Photography-182890015056167/
  
Photography Flickr https://www.flickr.com/photos/alexanderacostaosorio/
 
  
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'''FILM/VIDEO'''
  
Film/video
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FILM CREDITS https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9216709/
  
IMDB https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9216709/
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VIDEO REELS https://vimeo.com/user4592826
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Facebook official https://www.facebook.com/AlexanderAcostaOsorioPage/
 
  
BDC http://bdcwebsite.com/alexander-acosta-osorio/
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'''BLOGGING:'''
  
Vimeo https://vimeo.com/user4592826
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Facebook PAGE https://www.facebook.com/AlexanderAcostaOsorioPage/
  
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Media BLOG http://www.alexanderacostaosorio.wordpress.com
  
Blogging/Online work
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Journal BLOG http://www.mybulgarianlife.blogspot.com/
  
Media Blog http://www.alexanderacostaosorio.wordpress.com
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Google ARTS & CULTURE https://artsandculture.google.com/usergallery/gAKSOfDReVSJKg
  
Personal Blog http://www.mybulgarianlife.blogspot.com/
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Behance NETWORK https://www.behance.net/alexanderacostaosori
  
Google Cultural spot https://alexander-acosta-osorio.culturalspot.org/home
 
 
Behance network https://www.behance.net/user/?username=alexanderacostao
 
  
AngelList https://angel.co/alexander-acosta-osorio
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When Alexander is not dedicating his time to the arts, culture, or education, he is making a living providing support as a project manager for private and independent business ventures. He also loves spending time outdoors ,cooking, and day-dreaming with his son.
  
  
When Alexander is not dedicating his time to the arts, culture and/or education, he makes a living providing support in the areas of project management, digital media, and communications in IT service management. 
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More at:
  
Linkedin
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'''LINKEDIN'''
 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-acosta-osorio-540a861a/
 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-acosta-osorio-540a861a/

Latest revision as of 23:05, 5 June 2024

Alexander Acosta Osorio

Artist born in Bogotá, Colombia.


Alexander is a graduate of Journalism and Mass Communication from the American University in Bulgaria and Fine Arts from LaGuardia Community College at The City University of New York. Alexander works primarily with digital multimedia in the forms of blogging, digital photography, video, interventions, publications and exhibitions.

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 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 pursue 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 photographs I aim to portrait the Bulgarian experience in all its uniqueness with dignity and truth."


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 Gllery, Williamsbourg, Brookly, 2005 - 2006.

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


EDUCATION:

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

A.S. Fine Arts. LaGuardia Community Colleg, City University of New York, 2008.

International Business. Politecnico Grancolombiano, 2000-2003.


USEFUL LINKS:

PHOTOGRAPHY

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

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


FILM/VIDEO

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

VIDEO REELS https://vimeo.com/user4592826


BLOGGING:

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

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

Journal BLOG http://www.mybulgarianlife.blogspot.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 the arts, culture, or education, he is making a living providing support as a project manager for private and independent 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/