Emmanuel Crespo’s fantastical imaginings are dreamlike apparitions of his own personal journey. Through his body of work, the artist uncovers and interprets symbolic meanings and narratives in his personal life and the universe in which he exists. Each painting presents a cast of characters – some recurring, some new – created to uncover these narratives, which according to the artist, center on themes metaphysical and existential. Crespo’s paintings allow viewers to peer into his world, experience these deeply contemplative narratives, and meditate on their own existence.
Emmanuel Crespo (b. 1977) was born in Quezon City, Philippines. He moved to the United States at the age of 6. He earned both his BFA and MFA from Otis College of Art and Design in 2000 and 2002, respectively. His works have been exhibited in solo and group shows throughout Southern California, including the Armory Center for the Arts and Sweeney Art Gallery at the University of California, Riverside. International exhibitions include Paris, France. His works are held in private and public collections nationally and abroad. Institutional collections include The AltaMed Art Collection, Los Angeles. He is a full-time art instructor at Granada Hills Charter High School. The artist lives and works in North Hills, California.
