DOWNTOWN 500 ZINE EXHIBITS
CACHO FALCON
In the annals of contemporary urban expression, Cacho Falcon emerges as a luminary whose canvas is not merely denim, but the intricate tapestry of human experience itself. It was in the halcyon days of 2003 that Falcon embarked upon his innovative “Therapeutic Denim” venture, a bespoke fusion of personal narrative and bespoke tailoring. Clients, seeking solace in self-expression, entrusted Falcon with their denim, narrating tales of life’s labyrinthine passages. Thus, Falcon’s oeuvre was born: an evocative assemblage of identity narratives, painted upon denim as though upon the very fabric of their souls.
Yet Falcon’s artistic odyssey did not halt at denim; he ventured into the realm of bespoke T-shirts, each a bold proclamation of individuality adorned with emblematic motifs. Perry Ellis, captivated by Falcon’s ingenuity, summoned him to the hallowed runways of Fashion Week in 2004, whilst Elle Magazine bestowed accolades by featuring Falcon’s denim creations in their esteemed pages. Notably, the luminary Carrie Underwood graced the ’05 American Idol finals bedecked in Falcon’s jeans, thus cementing his acclaim.
Amidst the dazzle of haute couture, Falcon’s personal landscape unfolded in modest Brooklyn abodes, shared with fellow Paraguayans navigating the cosmopolitan labyrinth of New York City. Balancing menial vocations with an unyielding dedication to transmuting personal tribulations into artistic triumph, Falcon’s transition to full-time painting and drawing in 2006 marked a profound introspective turn. Delving into the recesses of childhood wounds and adult afflictions, his canvases bore witness to a symphony of torment, addiction, and the haunting spectres of fractured relationships.
Yet Falcon’s artistic metamorphosis transcended solitary catharsis; strangers, emboldened by anonymity, entrusted him with tales of profound loss, tentative hope, and resilient love. These narratives, interwoven with his own, burgeoned into a collection of drawings and paintings that resonated universally. Amongst those captivated by his evocative brushstrokes were luminaries Beyoncé and Tina Knowles, whose serendipitous discovery of Falcon’s work catalyzed a creative collaboration spanning bespoke T-shirt collections, including a celebrated design for Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move” initiative.
Today, Falcon’s focus remains steadfastly fixed upon the visceral canvas of human emotion, his palette an open invitation to explore the shared ethos of our collective journey. Invited graciously into the esteemed annals of Downtown 500 Zine, Falcon’s artistry assumes its rightful place within our social tableau. Here, the art therapist muses, “In each stroke lies a testament to the untold tales of humanity, each hue a hue of shared resonance amidst the ebbs and flows of existence.”
DOWNTOWN 500 ZINE INVITES HIM INTO OUR SOCIAL ARTISTRY COLLECTION, AND HERE ARE SOME QUOTES FROM THE ART THERAPIST
DT 500 ZINE: – Having long called Williamsburg, Brooklyn, home, Cacho Falcon, could you share with us the roots of your journey?
CHACO: – I’m originally from Paraguay.
DT 500 ZINE: – You seem like a colourful persona; tell us more about you?
CACHO: – I’m more of a loner. Few friends. Do love people.
” Meeting new people and learning more about them is significant to me, making it easier for people to open up to me.
CACHO: – I discovered this at a very young age.
” I would draw things I couldn’t talk about with anyone.”
DT 500 ZINE: – Why painting?
CACHO: – Art is essential to me because it is my confidence.
” When I do art, I’m recreating myself, and it’s like looking into the mirror of my soul. It’s terrifying sometimes, but at least I’m having a conversation and acknowledging what’s happening at the time.”
CACHO: – My inspiration comes from situations I put myself in and the people I meet.
DT 500 ZINE: – Could you share insights into your most recent artistic endeavour? What inspired this particular work, and what themes or messages does it aim to convey?
CACHO: – My latest work is body paint.
” Blending people’s stories with mine and finding the similarities. I push the boundaries to a vulnerable place; I like to do that with my subject.”
DT 500 ZINE: – Could you elaborate on the motivations or inspirations behind your latest work? What drives you to explore these particular themes or ideas at this point in your artistic journey?
CACHO: –
“It is good for us to push and be out of our comfort zone.”
CACHO: – This year, I’m having a show back home in Paraguay and working on a new, much softer, more straightforward concept. But we will see, and I’m just experimenting.
DT 500 ZINE: – Could you narrate the story behind your body of work? What themes, narratives, or personal experiences have shaped your artistic journey thus far?
CACHO: – The body art is an exploration of yourself. We talk about your story; I paint that on your naked body.
” After covering your body with your story, I take pictures of you to clean you in the shower later. It’s almost like having an affair, where everything we do or talk about goes down the drain. Then, usually, I’ll dress you, and you go back to your everyday life.”
DT 500 ZINE: – What are you striving to achieve through your art?
Cacho: – I want to be able to keep on doing what I do. Oh, and never fly coach again. That sums it up.
DT 500 ZINE: – Could you describe the place where you currently reside?
CACHO: – My Neighborhood is Williamsburg, BK. My home is in heaven. I have a great light, which gives me the feeling I’m outside. I like that because I’m a person who doesn’t leave this place so much.
” I do an installation at home every week, so I create the environment I want to leave for that week. I create my own little world according to my mood, which is where I create.”
DT 500 ZINE: – Could you share what ongoing projects or plans you’re currently involved in?
CACHO: – I never plan. I go with the flow. If I get presented with opportunities I like to be part of, I do it; otherwise, I just stay home and create. It’s the way to do it, but that’s the only way I know how to work.
DT 500 ZINE: – warm regards, CACHO!
Looking ahead, Falcon remains committed to pushing artistic boundaries, focusing on a new series that delves deeper into the psychological tapestry of urban existence. His upcoming collection promises to intertwine personal experiences with universal themes, inviting viewers to contemplate the intricacies of human emotion and societal dynamics.
In Falcon’s own words, “My art is a reflection of the stories we carry within us, woven into the fabric of our lives. Through my work, I strive to evoke empathy, provoke thought, and foster a deeper connection with the world around us.”
As Falcon continues to advance as an artist, he invites enthusiasts and critics alike to join him on this transformative journey of artistic exploration and introspection.
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