Technoesmalte 19 - ADIDAS and Interferencia 46 (2005) Fernando Uhía explores themes of urban transformation, digital culture and the intersection of local identity with global influences. Created in 2005, these works reflect his engagement with contemporary visual culture and the impact of Americanization on Colombian society. Drawing from movements like Deconstructionism and Pop Art, Uhía’s paintings feature a saturated color palette and intricate patterns, evoking the influence of digital imagery and mass media.

Uhía’s practice bridges formal and conceptual inquiries within contemporary painting, engaging

with both traditional forms and modern artistic practices. Rooted in investigations of the construction of contemporary visual culture, his work delves into the Americanization of Colombian culture in the latter half of the 20th century, focusing on the adoption of values and products that continue to permeate local culture. His paintings often resemble digital prints, with vibrant chromatic and material saturation intended to slow down the accelerated pace of the digital eye. Through this approach, Uhía challenges the sensory boundaries of the pictorial realm, urging viewers to reconsider the ways in which they experience visual culture.