Overview
Cigarette, from the Series "White Things", 2001
Through minimalist compositions and dramatic contrasts of light and shadow, Peña confronts social hierarchies and questions of visibility within Cuban society and beyond.
René Peña (b. 1957, Havana, Cuba) is a Cuban contemporary photographer recognized for his striking black-and-white self-portraits and conceptual photography exploring race, identity, marginalization, and the body.
Works
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René PeñaCigarette, from the Series "White Things", 2001silver gelatin print20.50 x 24.80 inSold
52.07 x 62.99 cmView more details -
René PeñaFace with Glasses, from the Series "White Things", 2001Silver gelatin print20 x 24.50 inSold
50.8 x 62.23 cmView more details -
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René PeñaUntitled, From the series "White Things", 2000silver gelatin print24 x 17 inSold
60.96 x 43.18 cmView more details -
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René PeñaUntitled, from the White Things seriessilver gelatin print23 x 19 inSold
58.42 x 48.26 cmView more details
Biography
Cigarette, from the Series "White Things", 2001
Originally trained as an engineer, Peña later turned to photography and became one of the most important voices in contemporary Cuban art. His work has been exhibited internationally in museums, galleries, and biennials throughout Latin America, Europe, and the United States, and is included in prominent public and private collections.
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