Raul Moya-Mula resides and works in London, where he pursues his passion as a visual artist. His primary medium is photography, with a strong emphasis on digital techniques, but he also creatively incorporates other materials such as oils, acrylic paints, and fabrics to enrich his artistic expressions.
After obtaining his B.A. (Hons) in Photography from the University of the Arts London in 2008, Raul has established a notable presence in the art scene. His work has been featured in numerous exhibitions throughout London and internationally, showcasing his unique approach and artistic vision. Additionally, one of his significant pieces, titled “Emptiness,” was published in the prestigious British Journal of Photography, further solidifying his reputation in the field. And he was exhibiting recently at the Venice Biennial 2024 with a pice called: Nostalgia.
Currently, Raul is furthering his education by studying for a BA in History of Art at Goldsmiths University in London, which undoubtedly enhances his understanding and appreciation of art history, influencing his creative process.
Raul’s artistic focus is on exploring the various states of the human mind, with a particular emphasis on mental health issues. Through his work, he aims to visually represent the side effects of conditions such as anxiety, depression, and panic attacks, and gender and identity. By doing so, he seeks to initiate a dialogue that helps to break the stigma associated with mental health problems, and identity encouraging open conversations and understanding.
EXHIBITIONS:
2024-October Salon Des Etrangers Exhibition by Siger Gallery. Venice Biennale Art Fair. Venice
2024-February Disappearing exhibition of LGBT Life at Tate Brixton Library, London.
2024-February Reflections of Apollo At Loudest Whispers Gallery, London.
2024-February Reflections of Apollo Exhibition at KZNSA art gallery, Johannesburg.
2023-Octber. Autumn Salon Exhibition at the Candid Arts Gallery, London.
2023-July. Black & White GPN London at London Lighthouse Gallery
2023-June. Emerald 20, The Arts Project London.
2023-June The Nude exhibition at Candid Arts Gallery, London
2023-May Outsider Art Show at Candid Arts Gallery, London
2022- October: Pixels & Pigments at The Arts Project London
2021-Novemeber: GPN London at London Lighthouse Gallery, London
2021- February : Loudest Whisper at Old Diorama Gallery, London
2020- February : Loudest Whispers online Exhibition for The Arts Project London
2018- November: GPN London at London Lighthouse Gallery, London
2018- February: Loudest Whispers at The Arts Project London
2017- November: GPN London At Espacio Gallery as part of East London Photo Month
2017- February: Loudest Whispers at The Arts Project London
EDUCATION:
2024-Current: BA History of Art at Goldsmiths University, London
2022-July: Photography & Written at CityLit College, London
2022-March: Modern Arts & Ideas at Coursera,
2021-July: What is Contemporary Art? At Coursera.
2022-July: Seeing through Photography at Coursera.
2008- June: Photography BA (Hons) at The University of the Arts London
2003- June: English Proficiency at Westminster College London
1989-September: Graduado at Colegio Sanchis Guarner. Spain