Edgar Fabián Frías

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Edgar smiling in a yellow t shirt, brown cap, and big beard on a boat on the Vistula river in Warsaw, Poland.
Person with a beard and a black outfit sitting under a tree and in front of a microphone playing with a bowl and what seems like liquid or ice. They have people around them looking at them as they contemplatively perform.
colorful mural + event info, reads: “Magic in Contemporary Art, Ep. 6 — Lecture & Discussion, Sun 03 Aug
This image is a vibrant, abstract digital artwork filled with bold colors and geometric shapes. Here are some notable elements: Background: A smooth, multicolored gradient that blends hues like yellow, pink, red, blue, green, and purple. Shapes: Large, semi-transparent circles and ovals in various colors. A rectangular block in the center-right, transitioning from red to blue, with a vertical dark gradient bar connecting to an oval at the bottom—evoking the shape of a signpost or stand. A rainbow-striped shape in the upper center, made of overlapping rectangles. Sharp angular spikes in light blue and purple, possibly suggesting energy or motion, located in the upper right. In the lower-left quadrant, there's a dark silhouette resembling an abstract or stylized character or figure, possibly robotic or armored. The overall effect is dynamic and energetic, with a strong emphasis on color contrasts and layering. Let me know if you want help interpreting the visual elements or if you're thinking of using this style for a project.
A ladle goes into a steaming pot of kimchi soup. You hear the noise of the ladle moving through vegetables. You see the kimchi leaves, celery, carrots, and potatoes.
Promotional flyer for the art exhibition The Third Way, running from July 7 to August 23 at ELECTRA Gallery in Santa Fe, NM. The background features Edgar Fabián Frías’ grayscale digital artwork Origins, with text overlaid in white, purple, and pink. The exhibition highlights queer-identifying artists exploring mysticism through practice, process, and subject. Participating artists include Edgar Fabián Frías, Eddy Falconer, Malado Francine, Guillermo Galindo, Maria Molteni, Thibault, Eli Thorne, and Marina Tziara. The flyer announces an opening reception on July 11 from 5–8pm with free oracle readings by Elements of the Southwest. The gallery’s address and contact information are included at the bottom.
A digital abstract artwork titled Origins by Edgar Fabián Frías. The image features a series of gradient pyramidal shapes in grayscale, creating a geometric, illusionistic effect. The central forms have a soft, shadowy depth, evoking a multidimensional space. The gradients transition smoothly from white to black, producing a sense of movement and dimensionality.
A stone statue of a woman with raised hands stands on a pedestal in the foreground of a sunny park scene at Echo Park Lake in Los Angeles. The statue faces the lake, where a large fountain sprays water high into the air. Behind the lake, palm trees line the park and tall city buildings are visible in the distance. Two people sit on benches nearby—one in an orange shirt and another wearing a wide-brimmed hat. The sky is clear and bright blue, suggesting a warm, sunny day.
The installation feels intentional and reverent, with equal spacing and eye-level hanging. • The central bench invites viewers into reflection and rest—positioned for meditative viewing. • The lighting and white gallery walls highlight the saturated palette without distraction.
Anne Horel and Edgar speaking about her art practice!
A person stands in a prayer pose with hands together in front of a grand Buddhist temple, wearing a bright neon yellow shirt, black skirt, and leggings. The temple features traditional Chinese architecture with a sweeping tiled roof and ornate detailing. The sky above is partly cloudy with dramatic textures. Wide stone steps lead up to the temple entrance, and a few people can be seen in the background.
A close-up of a hand holding the vibrant WITCH Anthology book in a bookstore, specifically at Hauser & Wirth. The cover is psychedelic and richly colored, featuring neon gradients, glitch motifs, surreal flowers, and two rainbow-hued figures facing each other. A section reads “Edited by Michelle Tea.” The person holding it has sparkly, jeweled nail art visible in the bottom left.
A person in an orange shirt stands on stage reading from a book at a podium with a microphone. Behind them is a large projected image of the WITCH Anthology cover—bright, psychedelic, and filled with colorful, chaotic patterns. The audience is seated in theater-style chairs, with a few silhouettes visible in the foreground. The setting suggests a public reading or book launch event, and the person on stage appears focused and grounded in their performance.
Three people pose happily in a warmly lit room, in front of a red brick wall and tarot book display. The person on the left holds a woven basket filled with herbs and papers, wearing a black sheer dress, white boots, and yellow backpack. The person in the center wears a pale green dress and has bright pink hair and glasses. The person on the right, dressed in an orange shirt and black leggings, clutches a colorful book titled WITCH Anthology. All three are smiling with joy and camaraderie.
A surreal, psychedelic digital collage titled The Void Wears Crocs Now. The image features an orange-yellow gradient background with sharp abstract cutouts and neon rainbow gradients. In the foreground, a grinning horned demon-like creature with purple hair and glittery textured skin raises a hand playfully. Two chunky purple Crocs are prominently displayed—one on a teal creature's foot and another floating, adorned with pastel flower charms and jagged teeth-like soles. A glowing rainbow orb floats in a dark rectangle on the right. The overall composition is chaotic, vibrant, and irreverently humorous, blending kitsch, fantasy, and glitch aesthetics.
A vibrant, abstract digital artwork titled Protective Spirit. The composition features sharp, layered geometric shapes in bold neon hues—magenta, cyan, lime green, red, and purple—interwoven with curved, glowing lines that resemble energetic trails. A central rainbow-colored vortex pulses outward, surrounded by symbolic elements: a fiery sunburst at the bottom, a floating Earth-like sphere at the top, water droplets on the left, a feather on the right, and flashes of lightning. The piece evokes a sense of dynamic protection, elemental balance, and spiritual power.
The image shows a surreal meme with bold text at the top reading "THEY HAVE RISEN." Below this text is a composition featuring two purple alien figures with large black eyes standing on either side of a pink-tinted Egyptian pyramid. Behind the pyramid is an image of Earth as seen from space. The entire image has a vibrant pink/purple gradient background, giving it a vaporwave aesthetic. The aliens appear to be making gestures with their hands toward the pyramid and Earth, suggesting some kind of extraterrestrial intervention or arrival scenario. The image combines elements of alien conspiracy theories, ancient astronaut theories, and internet meme culture.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
The image shows a book cover titled "The Sexual Politics of Meat: A Feminist-Vegetarian Critical Theory" by Carol J. Adams. The cover has a red background with gold and white text. The design features an illustration of a nude female figure with labels marking different cuts of meat on her body (such as "rib," "rump," etc.), similar to a butcher's diagram. There's also text that reads "What's your cut?" next to the illustration. The cover art appears to be making a visual statement connecting the objectification of women's bodies with meat consumption, which aligns with the book's feminist-vegetarian theoretical approach.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Queer Mutant 01 Glitchy Portrait of a Queer Mutant with generative art background
Michelle Tea for Your Art Is A Spell with "Words Are Spells" written in black to the top right and the background is purple and green.
This image is an abstract digital artwork featuring vibrant, gradient color fields divided into sections. The composition includes: - A large translucent green and purple sphere in the upper left quadrant that blends with the background colors - Distinct geometric sections with bold color transitions including magenta, yellow, blue, cyan, and orange - Soft, flowing gradients that create a sense of depth and movement - Angular blue shapes in the lower right corner - Green leaf-like or wing-like forms in the bottom half - A black shadowy element in the lower portion The overall aesthetic combines bright, saturated colors with soft transitions and sharp geometric elements, creating a contemporary abstract digital composition with a dreamlike quality.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Promotional image for a podcast featuring artist Eva Aguila. The image has a vibrant gradient background transitioning from bright green to purple. Large black text reads 'FINDING YOUR VOICE' on the left side. A person with dark hair and bangs wearing a black dress stands confidently with hand on hip against a colorful rainbow backdrop. Text at the bottom reads 'YOUR ART IS A SPELL.'
I share over 60 ways you can MAKE MONEY as an ARTIST in the newest episode of Your Art Is A Spell! Link to the episode is in the comments or listen where ever you get your podcasts!
The image shows a person wearing traditional jewelry and a head covering against a bright green and purple gradient background. The text overlay reads: "WHEN SPIRIT KNOCKS, ANSWER" at the top, and "YOUR ART IS A SPELL" at the bottom. This appears to be an inspirational or motivational graphic about creativity, spirituality, and artistic expression. The message suggests embracing creative inspiration when it comes to you ("when spirit knocks") and recognizes the powerful, transformative nature of artistic creation ("your art is a spell"). The vibrant colors and bold typography, combined with the person gesturing while speaking, creates a striking visual that emphasizes the importance of connecting with creative inspiration and acknowledging the power inherent in artistic expression.
The image shows a gradient background with colors transitioning from blue at the top, through purple, yellow, mint green, and pink at the bottom. In the center, there is black text that reads "my journey has its own divine timing" in a large, simple sans-serif font. The text is displayed across multiple lines, creating a minimalist, inspirational quote design.
A small, intimate seating area bathed in blue lighting. The space features a round table covered with a tablecloth, a chair, and a small vase with flowers. A digital display or screen with the word 'Breathe' in colorful psychedelic lettering is visible to the left. The area is enclosed by dark curtains with ornate ceiling architecture visible at the top. The blue lighting creates a meditative, calming atmosphere.
Two tarot cards illuminated in blue/purple light against a textured background. The left card shows 'The Hermit' with an illustration of a figure holding what appears to be a lantern. The right card shows 'Chance' featuring a wheel of fortune or circular design that resembles a carnival wheel with 'Free Rides' text visible. The entire image has a strong blue/ultraviolet filter giving it a mystical appearance.
A close-up of a person with a long dark beard wearing a bright orange shirt against a colorful psychedelic backdrop featuring concentric rainbow circles. The background has multiple circular patterns with red, yellow, green, and blue rings. The person appears to be smiling at the camera.
Kira Xonorika in a gallery space wearing a black outfit with a cream-colored top beneath, positioned in front of a sculptural piece with wave-like beige forms. The background shows red lighting, a colorful display screen, and other visitors. The setting is an art exhibition.
The Broad in DTLA with a big line of people waiting to get inside.
Image 1: A promotional graphic with the text "YOUR ART IS A SPELL" in large white and black font. There is a person wearing a black tank top with a beard visible in the right portion of the image. The background features the distinctive green-to-purple gradient with the rainbow spiral effect.
This is a vibrant, psychedelic-style collage featuring numerous diverse elements. The background is primarily neon green with colorful geometric patterns throughout. Here are the key elements I can identify: Food and Drink: An onigiri (rice ball wrapped in nori) A potato Rainbow-colored corn A carton of vegan milk What appears to be a beverage can Animals and Nature: A blue deer or similar cervid A white dove or pigeon The moon A rose Geometric and Abstract Elements: A large yellow circle with purple dots around it Multiple geometric patterns with rainbow colors A black sphere with pentagram-like markings Various squares and diamond patterns with gradient colors Technology/Media: What appears to be a portable gaming device or media player in orange CDs or discs A metallic-looking balloon or sphere Text and Typography: Japanese katakana text The word "frias" Text that appears to say "JA!" The overall aesthetic combines vaporwave and psychedelic art styles, with bright colors, digital glitch effects, and a mix of natural and technological elements. The composition is busy and energetic, with elements scattered throughout the frame in a collage-like arrangement.
A digital art installation in a virtual gallery space featuring a striking prismatic wall piece with geometric patterns in vibrant rainbow colors. The scene shows a glowing orange avatar figure viewing the artwork on a marble-like floor. The space has a minimalist design with angular architectural elements and red-lit platforms. The Givenchy logo and brand symbol are visible against a soft purple sky. The second image includes text describing 'Chroma Nexus' as part of a pride-themed exhibition.
Joseph Beuys holding up a ball of melted metal to a metallic bunny that’s about to be burned down and melted.
This image shows a band performing or doing a soundcheck on stage at what appears to be The Roxy venue. The stage setup includes several elements: - Three band members are visible: - A bassist on the left with what looks like a Gibson-style bass guitar - A drummer in the center with a red drum kit - A vocalist on the right standing at a microphone - The stage has professional lighting equipment mounted overhead, with several pink/red lights illuminating the scene - There's a backdrop consisting of both white and black curtains - Multiple Fender amplifiers and other audio equipment are arranged on stage - The lighting gives the scene a predominantly red/pink color cast The venue setup appears to be professional, with industry-standard stage equipment and lighting rigs typical of an established music venue like The Roxy. The band members appear to be in a working/setup mode rather than in full performance, which aligns with this being a soundcheck.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
It appears to be taken in an art gallery or performance space with hardwood flooring and white walls. There's an audience sitting along one wall, with various people of different ages watching something. The lighting creates a warm glow near an exit sign in the background. The focal point of the image is a figure wearing a distinctive outfit consisting of a bright pink/magenta robe or dress and what appears to be a bright blue head covering or veil. They are standing in a way that suggests they're performing or presenting to the audience. A person in the audience is holding up what appears to be a phone, likely recording the performance. The space looks modern and minimalist, with ceiling-mounted projectors visible, suggesting it might be used for multimedia presentations or performances. The composition of the photograph creates an interesting dynamic between the seated audience on the left and the standing figure on the right, with the warm lighting from the exit sign creating a dramatic atmosphere.
Image 1: "An art gallery installation featuring a large lime-green inflatable sculpture suspended from the ceiling with purple legs and red feet. On the wall, there are collage-style artworks with text including 'ABIF' and 'Las Piedras.' An orange platform with what appears to be paper objects sits on the black floor."
Nancy Baker Cahill’s CORPUS outside of the Hammer Museum
Alice Coltrane at hammer museum
This is a digital art composition that combines several elements in a surreal, colorful arrangement. The image features a bright neon green figure in a flowing, dynamic pose against a gradient background that shifts between yellow and purple tones. The figure appears to be in motion with fabric or material flowing around them. The composition includes three dahlia flowers - two blue ones (one in the upper right and one in the center) and one pink/coral one in the lower left. Each flower shows the characteristic geometric pattern and layered petals of a dahlia bloom. In the upper left corner, there's an image of what appears to be a space nebula or galaxy, showing swirling cosmic gases, stars, and celestial formations in browns, whites, and blues. The overall aesthetic combines natural elements (the flowers) with cosmic imagery and contemporary digital art techniques, creating a striking contrast between the organic shapes of the flowers, the cosmic elements, and the synthetic neon green of the figure. The color palette is bold and vibrant, with the fluorescent green creating a strong visual anchor against the softer flower tones and the cosmic imagery.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
This appears to be an art gallery installation featuring multiple pieces. The main wall displays a large, vibrant digital print or tapestry with a psychedelic aesthetic, featuring bright flowers (including orange, pink, and white blooms) against a colorful abstract background with curving green lines and geometric shapes. In the corner, there's a sculptural installation consisting of what appears to be a chair with various colorful elements extending upward, including what looks like strings or wires, and geometric shapes including a diamond pattern. The piece is set on what appears to be a round white rug or platform. Mounted on the wall above is a video screen or monitor displaying some content with text that reads "Don't be afraid of the change." The space has white walls and a concrete floor, typical of a contemporary gallery setting, and is lit with purple-tinted lighting that creates an atmospheric effect. The overall installation appears to combine digital art, textile work, and sculptural elements to create an immersive, contemporary art experience.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
A CalArts faculty ID card with Edgar's photo and blue and white design on a red background. The card features the CalArts logo in white text on a blue gradient banner.
You Are Not Your Identity Or Career You Are Constant Emergence & Mutation
small white pomeranian dog surrounded by flowers and with rainbows and three alien friends
Goddexx Bless Freaks Forever
Pamparios. Corazón Lleno. Beaming With Pride. あなたを信頼する. Je vois avec les yeux dans le noir. Souverän jetzt und für immer. | digital painting + mixed media | 2023
The universe is my daddy.
This image shows a simple yet evocative composition featuring a Monstera deliciosa plant (also known as a Swiss cheese plant) in a terracotta pot, placed on a white plastic garden chair. The scene is set against a minimalist background with a blue sky and green ground. The illustration style is clean and modern, with clear attention to detail in the rendering of: - The characteristic split leaves of the Monstera plant in deep green - The standard terracotta pot in a warm orange-brown color - A typical white plastic outdoor chair, likely meant to represent the ubiquitous monobloc chair design - A simple two-tone background (blue sky, green ground) that creates depth while maintaining minimalism The lighting and shadows are handled with subtle gradients, giving the image a soft, dimensional quality while maintaining a somewhat stylized look. The perspective shows the chair at a slight angle, adding visual interest to the composition. This type of image is reminiscent of contemporary digital illustrations that celebrate ordinary objects and plants, often seen in modern interior design contexts or as part of the current houseplant cultivation trend.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
This appears to be a surreal, digital art piece with a distinct retro or pixel art aesthetic. The composition includes several key elements: 1. A pair of eyes at the top left of the image in grayscale 2. A large red lip/mouth shape that appears to be emitting smoke or vapor 3. Two triangular/pyramid-shaped figures in black and striped patterns that resemble cloaked or hooded figures 4. Yellow drops or tear-like shapes scattered throughout 5. A background that combines deep blue and green areas 6. A striped pattern at the bottom in red and black 7. Yellow cloudy or smoke-like formations with red spots 8. Another set of eyes in green tones at the bottom right corner The style is reminiscent of early computer graphics or digital art from the 1980s or early 1990s, with a pixelated texture and limited color palette. The composition creates a dreamlike or mysterious atmosphere, with the juxtaposition of human features (eyes and lips) with abstract elements and the hooded figures creating an enigmatic narrative. The color scheme is bold and contrasting, primarily using deep blue, bright green, yellow, red, and black to create a striking visual effect.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
This appears to be a surreal, digital art piece with a distinct retro or pixel art aesthetic. The composition includes several key elements: 1. A pair of eyes at the top left of the image in grayscale 2. A large red lip/mouth shape that appears to be emitting smoke or vapor 3. Two triangular/pyramid-shaped figures in black and striped patterns that resemble cloaked or hooded figures 4. Yellow drops or tear-like shapes scattered throughout 5. A background that combines deep blue and green areas 6. A striped pattern at the bottom in red and black 7. Yellow cloudy or smoke-like formations with red spots 8. Another set of eyes in green tones at the bottom right corner The style is reminiscent of early computer graphics or digital art from the 1980s or early 1990s, with a pixelated texture and limited color palette. The composition creates a dreamlike or mysterious atmosphere, with the juxtaposition of human features (eyes and lips) with abstract elements and the hooded figures creating an enigmatic narrative. The color scheme is bold and contrasting, primarily using deep blue, bright green, yellow, red, and black to create a striking visual effect.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
This image appears to be a spectrogram or similar visualization showing horizontal bands of different colors arranged in stripes. From top to bottom, there are bands of: - Red and orange wavy patterns at the top - A bright green band - A blue band - Magenta/pink stripes - Several alternating bands of light blue and other colors - A large yellow/lime green section in the middle - More blue and red bands at the bottom The colors are very vibrant and distinct, creating a striped rainbow-like pattern. The edges of some bands appear to have a slight static or noise-like texture, particularly visible in the upper portions. This type of visualization is often used to represent audio frequencies, signal processing data, or other types of spectral analysis, though without additional context I cannot determine exactly what data this is representing.
This image appears to be an abstract digital artwork with a vibrant, colorful composition. It features sharp geometric shapes and angular forms creating a dynamic, fragmented landscape. The color palette is quite striking, incorporating: - Deep purples and magentas - Bright turquoise and cyan blues - Vivid greens - Warm oranges and reds - Pure whites and blacks creating contrast The shapes appear to be arranged in a way that suggests depth and movement, with some forms appearing to overlap and intersect. There's a circular form near the top that could represent a moon or sun against what might be interpreted as an abstract skyline. The overall effect is very modern and geometric, with smooth color gradients transitioning between the different sections. The style is reminiscent of digital abstract art or generative art, with clean lines and sharp angles creating a futuristic, almost crystalline appearance. The composition has a strong sense of energy and movement despite being completely non-representational.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
This image shows a neon light art installation mounted on what appears to be a dark wall. The neon text reads "EVERY AMERICAN FLAG IS A WARNING SIGN" in bright yellow/gold lettering, enclosed within a rectangular metal frame or grid structure. The illuminated text casts a warm glow on what looks like a concrete or polished floor below it. The piece appears to be displayed in a gallery or similar exhibition space, given the minimal, dark surroundings. The artistic presentation uses the stark contrast between the bright neon and dark environment to make its statement particularly striking. This appears to be a conceptual art piece that makes a provocative political statement, inviting viewers to reflect on the symbolism and use of the American flag.