Crafting inside the box
- Alberto began in his father's atelier
- He considers himself a self-taught artist
- His work is his way of seeing the world
Alberto Ribera Ibargüen began designing furniture at the age of eight years old when he helped his father in his atelier. His work drifted towards architectural sculpture and later to natural design. He eventually inherited his father's workshop in Madrid and this opened up new spaces for Alberto to develop his work towards painting, design and sculpture. He considers himself scrupulous in his work. "For me, something well made is a piece that is not only aesthetically pleasing, but that has soul and communicates," he says. Today, Alberto works out of his workshop in Turégano. "I have had many important moments on my creative journey. From making furniture for a non-profit association helping the disabled, to selecting 12 of my pieces for a German collector. Recently joining Homo Faber Guide is a new challenge."
INTERVIEW
Working with natural materials from the earth is in itself a way of respecting and expressing local traditions. I tap into innovation in the different ways that I present my work, using modern materials and innovative techniques that I invent myself.
I love having the feeling that creativity is infinite. My works are not static models, they evolve according to the seasons, the changing colours of the countryside and with my needs for expression.
Some, because of my background, believe that my work is industrial and not handcrafted. But each of my pieces is developed individually and designed in a unique and unrepeatable way. No two pieces are ever the same.
I think it is important for young people to respect the environment and be aware of the challenges ahead. All of this can be transferred to art and craftsmanship. I think young people now are lucky because art is more respected and they have many opportunities.
Alberto Ribera Ibargüen
Mixed media sculptor
Turégano, Spain
AVAILABILITY
By appointment only
PHONE
+34 639623696
LANGUAGES
Spanish
