The Artistic Journey of Israel Acosta
Israel Acosta is a contemporary artist born on February 2, 1986, in Puerto Rico to Dominican parents and raised in New York. He frequently exhibits in galleries in New York and other locations. Currently based in New York, he works from his New York studio. Israel is a long-time motorcycle enthusiast. In 2016, he was involved in a near-fatal motorcycle accident. During the recovery period, he began focusing more on finding a deeper purpose in life, which is reflected in his art. His work is widely inspired by both spirituality and life experiences, including dark moments to enlightenment. His studies of spirituality, including Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, and readings from Tao, are deeply tied to his art. Israel Acosta's works convey a universal depth of feeling that one must sit with over time, requiring a wholly individualized experience from viewer to viewer while still connecting us all.
