Javier Lara

Javier A. Lara is an artist based In the USA. Born in Colombia and raised in Venezuela, Lara relocated to the USA to continue his higher education. He received a BFA from Rhode Island College in 1992 and MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 2003. Heritage and personal life experiences are the most important source of inspiration for Lara’s artistic practice and his creativity has a solid foundation in his parents exposing him to various cultures and an inclusive view of the world.