Mota Montero was born in Santiago, Chile's capital. His work life is around architectural design, while his paintings are expressions of his sentiments and emotions. As a result, he appreciates a wide range of abstract painting techniques.
A selection of work done between 2016-2026
Monochrome planes intersect with broad gestural strokes in this abstract composition, creating a tension between controlled geometry and spontaneous mark-making. A muted palette of slate gray, warm off-white, and charcoal is punctuated by subtle ochre undertones and a single wash of deep indigo that anchors the lower right. Textural variation—smooth, scraped layers beside thick impasto—gives the surface depth and a sense of time, as if successive interventions remain visible beneath a restrained final pass.
Horizontal bands suggest architectural elements or horizon lines, while
A minimalist composition blending architectural form and painterly abstraction: crisp geometric planes of muted concrete gray intersect with warm ochre and deep indigo strokes, creating a sense of structural depth and gestural energy. Fine textures recall concrete and canvas; subtle shadowing adds a measured three-dimensionality. The overall mood is contemplative and balanced, where built environment and expressive mark-making coexist.
A series of interlocking geometric forms occupies the image, evoking the intersection of architecture and abstraction. Rectilinear planes and triangular facets layer over one another, creating a stepped composition that suggests both elevation and recession. A restrained palette of warm ochres, muted terracotta, soft greys, and off-white gives the work an earthy, Mediterranean feeling; subtle gradients and textured brushwork add depth and a sense of materiality.
Light appears to come from the upper left, casting gentle shadows that emphasize the crisp edges and reveal the planes’ dimensionality. Negative space is handled deliberately: narrow passages and angular voids provide visual contrast and guide the eye through the composition. Occasional crisp lines and slight imperfections in paint application hint at the human hand behind the geometry.
Overall, the image reads as an architectural study translated into abstract painting — balanced, orderly, and quietly tactile, with a thoughtful tension between solid form and open space.
A large, minimalist interior scene captured in soft, natural light. The composition centers on a tall, slender arched doorway set into a smooth, pale wall. Warm sunlight streams through the opening, casting an elongated, curved shadow across the floor and wall that emphasizes the arch’s geometry. To the right of the arch, a narrow vertical niche or window creates a contrasting band of brightness, adding balance to the composition.
In the foreground, a simple, low bench or plinth sits parallel to the wall, its surface catching a subtle gradient of light and shadow. The color palette is restrained—creams, warm beiges, and muted terracotta—conveying a serene, contemplative atmosphere. Textures are minimal: the walls are matte and slightly grainy, the floor smooth and reflective enough to register the shadow’s edge.
The overall mood is quiet and architectural, focusing on form, light, and proportion. The image reads as both a study in abstract geometry and a functional interior, suggesting a thoughtful, sculptural approach to space.