June 1, 2025 0 Contemporary art, Costa Rica, Exhibition Belinda What’s On in Costa Rica w/c 2 June 2025 See this week's newsletter. Don't miss the exciting art exhibitions and events happening in Costa Rica this week! We've arrived into June and are celebrating the long-awaited solo Dreamland exhibition, a new painting series by Jesus Mejia presented at the Costa Rica Country Club, Escazu (opening 5 June) Also, don't miss the first solo exhibition of photographer Leo Ureña at deCERCA, Los Yoses, San José (opening 7 June) Costa Rica boasts a dynamic contemporary art scene, which is gaining increased attention from international audiences. While the country’s breathtaking landscapes are a key source of inspiration for many artists, Costa Rican art extends far beyond these natural beauties.The country’s art scene is marked by a diverse range of artistic expressions. Local Costa Rican artists are creating high-calibre, thought-provoking works that address complex themes, from identity and environment to socio-political issues. From the bustling streets of San José to the quieter coastal towns, Costa Rica hosts a variety of galleries, exhibitions, and cultural events that highlight the emerging talent shaping the country's artistic identity. Even for those unable to attend these events in person, MÍRAME’s regular exhibition highlights offer a curated glimpse into this flourishing scene. MÍRAME Contact Information: MÍRAME Fine Art Email: [email protected] Follow: Facebook | Instagram MÍRAME top exhibition picks below: • Dreamland, Jesus Mejia, Galería Matices, Costa Rica Country Club, Escazu San José. OPENING 5 June, 7pm (your invitation below). On through July. • Landscapes of the Possible, Leo Ureña, deCERCA, Los Yoses, San José. OPENING Saturday 7 June, 3-6pm (your invitation below). • Salón Nacional de Artes Visuales 2025, Museo de Arte Costarricense, San José. On through the summer. • Rafael Chamorro, Leer la Mano, deCERCA gallery, Nosara, Guanacaste. Closing date tbc. • Sumersión. Karla Herencia, Laura Cruz, Lorena Villalobos, Lucía Madriz, Maga González, Centro Cultural de España en Costa Rica, San José. On until 15 June. MORE INFORMATION: New this week Dreamland, Jesus Mejia, Galería Matices, Costa Rica Country Club, Escazu San José. OPENING Thursday 5 June, 7pm (invitation below). On through July. Jesus Mejia presents his new Dreamland exhibition, a new solo show opening 5 June at Galería Matices, Costa Rica Country Club, Escazú. Following his award-winning presentation at the 2024 CROMA Biennial, this series marks a shift from Mejia’s earlier realism into a more symbolic and introspective visual language. Inspired by childhood memories, sleep, and the subconscious, this Dreamland exhibition features richly coloured paintings where figures, glowing orbs, and textured fabrics create dreamlike, metaphysical spaces. Known for his precise technique and dramatic lighting, Mejia explores a more open, imaginative terrain. Works from the exhibition are available via Mírame Fine Art. Contact us for details or a catalogue. Dreamland exhibition, opening reception: Thursday 5th June, 7pm. All Welcome. Invitation below. New this week Landscapes of the Possible, Leo Ureña, deCERCA, Los Yoses, San José. OPENING Saturday 7 June, 3-6pm (your invitation below). Costa Rican photographer Leo Ureña presents his first solo exhibition at deCERCA in Los Yoses, opening Saturday 7 June from 3-6 pm. Known for his contemplative approach to urban and natural landscapes, Ureña blends graphic design and photography to explore atmosphere and memory. Visitors are encouraged to RSVP via the link in deCERCA’s Instagram bio For more information, please visit deCERCA's Instagram: @decerca. Salón Nacional de Artes Visuales 2025, Museo de Arte Costarricense, San José. On through the summer The Salón Nacional de Artes Visuales 2025 is now open at the Museo de Arte Costarricense in San José. Featuring 50 works, this biennial exhibition showcases a broad spectrum of contemporary practices from across Costa Rica. Highlights include Katrin Aason’s award-winning textile piece, Jesús Mejía’s figurative work, and contributions by Eliecer Rodríguez, Ivannia Lasso, and Alonso Durán. Free to the public, the show runs through the summer with guided tours and workshops available. It offers a rare look at current visual languages emerging from the national scene, all housed in the museum’s historic La Sabana venue. Rafael Chamorro, Leer la Mano, deCERCA gallery, Nosara, Guanacaste. deCERCA Nosara presents a solo exhibition by Rafael Chamorro (San José, 1980), presenting a selection of works that trace the evolution of his practice over time. Titled Leer la Mano, the exhibition brings together pieces from various periods, drawing subtle links between material, movement, and interpretation. Chamorro moves with precision between the tactile and the conceptual, offering a body of work that feels at once instinctive and carefully constructed. Sumersión, Centro Cultural de España en Costa Rica, San José. On until 15 June. The upcoming exhibition "Sumersión" at the Cultural Center of Spain in the Escalante neighbourhood explores water as a contested territory—highlighting access, inequality, and environmental crisis. Five artists, including Karla Herencia, Laura Cruz, Lorena Villalobos, Lucía Madriz, and Maga González, bring diverse perspectives through transdisciplinary art, movement, sound, and ecological illustration. Curated by Iris Lam Chen, the show delves into water’s symbolic, material, and political dimensions. The exhibition runs until 15 June, open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visit times posted weekly on deCERCA platforms. What's On in Costa Rica, w/c 2 June 2025 Jesus Mejia | Dreamland exhibition
