Miguel Tio

I was introduced to the spiritual life during my childhood by my mother. She gave me many books that opened a whole new fascinating world, books that helped me lose my fear “to hear” and “to see” by understanding spiritual phenomena. I embraced mystical power, images and messages in later years. Indeed, they have become an integral part of my artistic career.

My works explore themes ranging from the Metaphysical, traditional religious dogma and prejudice to the instinctive and emotive nature of human sexuality.  Though these two subjects are traditionally represented as being poles apart, I aim to demystify the prejudices and preconceptions which divide them, and instead, connect them through a contemporary interpretation that is rational, thoughtful and honest, as well as spiritual and sacred. This interpretation is never intended to be controversial or offensive, but rather, conciliatory and revealing.