TETE ALURRALDE


"Every time I create, I feel as though I am peeling back the layers of my own existence, uncovering pieces of myself that had been hidden, waiting to be found. It’s through this process of discovery that I not only understand who I am but also invite others to embark on their own journey of introspection and connection."
— Teté Alurralde
Teté is an abstract artist born in northern Argentina in 1986 and now based in Barcelona. Her work emerges from a profound need to express her personal experiences. Using abstraction as her primary lens, she embarks on a sensory exercise of introspection, sharing her journey of self-exploration with the audience. Through her art, she invites viewers into a dialogue that fosters understanding—both with themselves and with the present moment.
Teté’s creative process delves deeply into the value of time and its representation in relation to the subjective emotions of the individual. Her compositions are rich in chromatic exploration, with water serving as a pivotal medium. By incorporating water into her technique, she embraces the element of chance, allowing unpredictability to play a role in the creation of her pieces. This surrender to spontaneity results in works that are as dynamic and evolving as the emotions they reflect.
A distinctive feature of Teté's work is her use of white space, which plays a prominent role in her compositions. These spaces act as silences or pauses—necessary intervals that balance and accentuate the emotions depicted in her work. Her choice of raw fabric as a canvas further underscores her commitment to authenticity, honoring the material’s natural characteristics without unnecessary intervention. This minimalistic approach highlights the purity and honesty that are central to her artistic philosophy.
Teté has exhibited her work extensively in her native Argentina, gaining recognition within the contemporary art scene. Her career continues to evolve, with an exciting future ahead as she seeks to share her artistic introspection with a broader audience. Her work stands as an invitation to pause, reflect, and connect—with oneself, with others, and with the transient beauty of the moment.