SHOOTING STARS

PAINTINGS BY PEDRO BONNIN

“They are both human and cosmic — silhouettes caught in a moment of divine propulsion, as if the heavens have slingshotted them forward.”

Pedro Bonnin is a contemporary Mexican artist renowned for his photorealistic oil paintings that capture dynamic human figures in mid-motion, often suspended in dramatic poses.

LIKE ROSES BEING BURNT ALIVE / 66X64″ (165X160CM) / OIL ON CANVAS

Bonnin’s paintings are characterized by their hyper-realistic portrayal of figures engaged in various states of motion—falling, twisting, or leaping—set against minimalist backgrounds. This approach creates a sense of tension and ambiguity, blurring the lines between flight and descent. His subjects often wear contemporary fashion elements like leather jackets, sheer tights, and designer sunglasses, which not only define their identities but also add layers of cultural and symbolic meaning to the compositions .

The artist’s process begins with conceptualizing a scene, followed by a photoshoot with models to capture the desired poses. These images are then digitally manipulated to create a blueprint for the final painting. Bonnin aims to evoke a sense of “grace under pressure,” drawing inspiration from the tension and drama found in both fashion photography and classical portraiture .