Jorge Albertella is a visual artist interested in the expansive nature of mixed media. He uses steel, wood, paint and other elements to create emblematic and geometrically-based work.
Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Mr. Albertella spent his early life studying painting and drawing. As a young man, he traveled to New York and then Los Angeles, where he received a PhD in Psychology from the University of Southern California. After maintaining a successful practice, he then pursued a career in theatre, working as a playwright, producer, director, choreographer and set designer. He also wrote eight published novels and several award-winning plays, as well as founded the Los Angeles Jewish Theatre of Hollywood.
He became known for his eclectic career, rigorous work schedule and a constant pursuit and support of fine arts. However he never abandoned his original love of painting, exhibiting his work in Los Angeles while continuing his career in other fields.
In 2005, Mr. Albertella suffered a heart attack, which led him to leave the world of theatre and return to his original passion, painting. He currently shows his work in Los Angeles, and his paintings are also exhibited throughout the United States as well as internationally. His work is in the permanent collection at the Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach, California. In addition to numerous awards in theatre, he is a former member of Partners of the Americas, an organization that develops cultural programs in Latin America.
Jorge Albertella lives and maintains a studio in Palos Verdes, California.