Juan Perdiguero

Juan Perdiguero is a Professor of Drawing & Painting in the Department of Art and Design at SUNY Oswego. Originally from Madrid, Spain, he is a mixed media artist whose work synthesizes photography and drawing while exploring cross-cultural narratives. His academic journey spans institutions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, reflecting a deeply international perspective.

His educational background includes:

• Ph.D. Candidate, Fine Arts, Universidad Complutense, Madrid (2022)
• MFA in Painting, SUNY Buffalo (1992)
• MFA in Drawing, Universidad Complutense, Madrid (1992)
• BFA in Painting and Art Conservation, Universidad Complutense, Madrid (1986)

Professor Perdiguero's research investigates contemporary drawing methodologies through interdisciplinary lenses, merging traditional techniques with photographic and printmaking processes. His work critically engages with human-animal psychology, cross-cultural visual dialogues, and philosophical intersections between eastern and western mystical traditions. This synthesis creates a distinctive visual language addressing global cultural exchange.

His significant recognition includes:

• Fulbright Scholar Grant and SUNY Oswego Presidential Award
• SCAC Grant and Art Matters Inc. fellowship
• International residencies at Hangar Barcelona, Kanaal 10 Amsterdam, and Fundacion Valparaiso
• Artworks! National Residency from CEPA Gallery

Professor Perdiguero maintains an active exhibition profile with works in the Castellani Art Museum, Burchfield-Penney Art Center, MEAM (Barcelona), and David Bowie's collection. His international presence extends through biennials in Berlin, New York, Barcelona, and Beijing. As an educator, he leverages extensive pre-academic experience as Head Conservator at YSR studio in NYC to inform his studio-based teaching methodology, emphasizing technical mastery within contemporary conceptual frameworks.