Pia Camil Mexico City, b. 1980

Pia Camil, who was born in 1980, splits her time between Mexico City and Acatitlán, Edo. She received her MFA at the Slade School of Fine Art in London and her BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design.

She explores the intricate dynamics between individuals and the urban and natural contexts, highlighting the intersections and tensions between them. Through a diverse range of mediums including sculpture, installation and performance, her pieces underscore the significance of collectivity and are often realized through collaboration with local manufacturers. Her work serves as a compelling commentary on the evolving relationship between humans and their surroundings, melding formal aesthetics with incisive social critique.