E Vega - Galeria Taller

I have on many occasions been privileged to meet many talented people here in Cuenca.

One such person is the very famous Ecuadorean Ceramicist and Designer Eduardo Vega. I visited Eduardo at his beautiful gallery come workshop in Turi. Turi is a short taxi drive (approximately 15 minutes from down town ) from the city of Cuenca and is also a great tourist attraction. One of the best views of Cuenca.

This is the spectacular view from Mirador de Turi.

Eduardo Vega was born in Cuenca in 1938. He studied for four years at the Real Academia de San Fernando in Spain and then went and furthered his studies in London and France at the Bourges School of Fine Arts.

Here I am in the gallery in Turi enjoying my conversation with Eduardo.



Entrance to the Gallery

He returned to Cuenca where he was the first Artisan who created ceramic murals. The first of these murals was at the El Dorado Hotel in 1969.

Cuenca is a region with strong pottery traditions. Eduardo’s depiction of tropical abundance and his love of the historical and mythical characters combined with other local details make his work so interesting. His art incorporates modern styles with pre Columbian ceramics which is a delight to the eye.



Entering through the beautiful gardens.

Looking out from the gallery over Cuenca.

I am sure when you visit the gallery you will not be able to resist taking home a piece or two. Many of the pieces are now exported worldwide and Eduardo has become internationally renowned.

When you drive around this wonderful city, you will see many works that have been created by Eduardo. From large murals to large Totems (Remigio Crespo). His works are also displayed in and around Quito and other places throughout the world.

This beautiful water mural is featured outside the gallery in Turi.

You will also be able to sit down and watch a very interesting Video about Eduardo. It only takes about 10 minutes and Is well worth watching and you will also be able to see Artisans are at work.

Back in the 70’s Eduardo started a company called Artesa. Artesa products are found throughout Ecuador and you can quickly identify if it is a true Vega product by checking to see if it has the renowned E Vega signature encrypted into the work.

Workshop in the gallery.











Open from Monday to Friday from 9a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9.30a.m. - 1.30 p.m.

You can hop in a taxi and ask to be taken to Eduardo Vega gallery in Turi and from the city the fare should be around $3.50.

Address: Via a Turi 201, 50ms before Turi Church

So make sure you come and visit Eduardo Vega's gallery and induldge in the beauty of his creations. Also enjoy the magnificent outlook over Cuenca.


For more information go to

www.eduardovega.com

The tiles above are of the people of Ecuador. There are also tiles on the flora and fauna. Great to take home to family and friends as gifts. I hope you have enjoyed this article and the beautiful photos of Eduardo Vegas most beautiful work.

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