Mateo Lopez

Libro Azul (Ayer-Mañana) [Blue Book (Yesterday-Tomorrow)]

Mateo Lopez’s Libro Azul (Ayer-Mañana) [Blue Book (Yesterday-Tomorrow)] is a captivating exploration of time, memory, and the fluidity of human experience. Rendered in a minimalist style, this work consists of a meticulously crafted sky-blue book that serves as both a physical object and a conceptual device. The z-shaped book, which opens in two directions, features the words “Ayer” and “Mañana” emblazoned on each outer surface. Lopez’s use of the book as a medium symbolizes the recording and passage of time, with “Ayer” (yesterday) and “Mañana” (tomorrow) representing the continuum of past and future. The cerulean blue color evokes a sense of calm and introspection, encouraging viewers to reflect on their own temporal journeys. The simplicity of the book’s design contrasts with the profound themes it encompasses, suggesting that even the most ordinary objects can hold significant meaning. Through this work, Lopez invites contemplation on the ways we document and interpret our lives, emphasizing the interconnectedness of our memories and aspirations. Libro Azul is a poignant meditation on the transient yet enduring nature of time and experience.