Artist Biography

Gabi Madrid is an interdisciplinary artist whose work reflects upon the human experience, focusing on themes of self-development, identity formation, and the unconscious. Moving between installation and sculpture, Madrid invites the viewers to delve into the connections that bind us as individuals and as a society.

Madrid received their BFA from the Savannah College of Art and Design in 2019 and are an MFA candidate at Georgia State University.  They started in a blacksmith shop, where they learned to manipulate metal, followed by cabinetry, leading them to build sets for film. After leaving film, Madrid began working on their own projects and a teaching career. An internationally recognized artist, Madrid has been awarded a grant by the Craft Emergency Relief Fund and been an Artist-In-Residence at The Creatives Project and Paint Love’s artist cohort. They continue to aid communities by serving on the board for the Atlanta Green Artist Alliance.  

Artist Statement

    In my work, I explore the tapestry of the human experience, focusing on themes of self-development, identity formation, and the collective unconscious. My artistic journey is an invitation to delve into the connections that bind us as individuals and as a society.

    The writings of Joesph Campbell influence my work, I draw upon the Hero’s Journey to invite viewers to reflect upon their experiences and serve as an invitation to see the patterns that echo across cultures and time. Through the works I create, I seek to open a dialogue about growth, resilience, and the ongoing quest for identity and transformation.

    The work often shares elements related to the work of Carl Jung, I explore the inner world of the subconscious and unconscious as well as the other unseen realms through various mediums. In my practice, I incorporate the use of archetypes and symbols to form a universal language that transcends cultural and political barriers. I draw inspiration from personal narratives, tapping into the stories that shape our identities—those we inherit, those we forge, and those that resonate universally.