The 'Gilded Petals: Exploring Excess and Beauty series. This work is a juxtaposition between natural beauty and artificial enhancement. I hope to challenge societal values and perceptions of aesthetics, challenging viewers to reconsider their own definitions of beauty in a world often defined by excess.

Roberto Aguilar - Photographer In the words of the artist. ''In my artistic practice, I explore themes rooted in my childhood within a family and a hispanic culture fixated on physical perfection, youthfulness, and religious beliefs. I embrace movement in my work to capture moments that unfold with an element of chance. I invite imperfection into the frame, challenging societal norms of flawless representation. I challenge conventional values, beliefs, and attitudes with the intention of sparking contemplation in the observer, urging them to peer beyond the surface of appearance.'' I embrace a broad spectrum of photographic techniques, spanning from contemporary imaging technologies to traditional photographic processes that I have known since my early years. This diverse approach enables me to articulate my vision in a multifaceted manner, transcending conventional boundaries and embracing innovation.