Martín & Sicilia

Martín & Sicilia are a Spanish artist duo whose collaborative practice spans painting, installation, and digital media. Since the late 1990s, they have explored the evolving role of painting in contemporary life—questioning authorship, identity, and the theatrical nature of self-representation.

Known for dismantling the figure-ground relationship, their works often take the form of sculptural tableaux or immersive environments where image, gesture, and history collide. Through references ranging from art history to pop culture, they create playful yet critical narratives about masculinity, authorship, and the aesthetics of display.

Their recent projects, such as Cromaterra at Galería Artizar, mark a return to intimate, domestic-scale painting while integrating digital technologies, including interactive video and game-like environments. Whether working with cut-outs, avatars, or watercolor, their work remains deeply performative—blurring the lines between painting, decor, and digital theatre.

In an age where everything is staged and editable, Martín & Sicilia ask: what does it mean to paint today—and who gets to decide?