Panel Discussion: Katabasis

On July 25, 2026, the Santa Fe Gallery will host the Katabasis panel discussion, a space for dialogue and reflection centered on the exhibition by artist Mauricio Carmona Rivera, winner of the 12th Luis Caballero Prize. The gathering will begin at 3:00 p.m. and will be led by Elena Acosta, philosopher, researcher, and co-curator of the project Estructura sinfín: metro series. The talk will offer a deeper look into the concepts, creative processes, and reflections that gave rise to one of the most significant contemporary art exhibitions of the year in Bogotá

During the discussion, the panel will address themes related to underground rivers, urban memory, landscape, territory, and the artistic research developed by Mauricio Carmona Rivera. Additionally, it will establish connections to the artist's other projects and the curatorial practices that have accompanied his work, offering the public analytical tools to understand the multiple layers of meaning present within the exhibition.

This activity is part of the Gallery's academic agenda and offers an exceptional opportunity to engage with contemporary art through open dialogue among artists, researchers, and the community. It is a highly recommended encounter for students, researchers, artists, and anyone interested in discovering new perspectives on the city, heritage, and memory through art.