Julián Madero Islas

Julián Madero Islas (Mexico City, 1990). His pictorial work explores the temporality of the image, using symbols and mythologies. He is the author of the comic book Relojito’s time. His practice is enriched by teaching and writing. He has exhibited in various museums and galleries since 2010, including the Museo Carrillo Gil, MUAC, Casa del Lago, and the Museo Universitario del Chopo.

In 2022, he received the Jóvenes Creadores grant and was selected for the Alfredo Zalce and Julio Castillo biennials. He holds a Master's in Visual Arts from UNAM and a Bachelor's in Plastic and Visual Arts from La Esmeralda. He is currently a doctoral candidate in Visual Arts at UNAM's postgraduate program.