At just 14 years old, Romeo Parra Arias, a plastic artist, left his mark on the Wyndwood neighborhood, where he painted for three consecutive years as part of Art Basel.
Parra Arias, born in Miami (United States) to Colombian parents, is a self-taught artist who learned everything through YouTube and other artists.
Wyndwood It is the most alternative neighborhood in Miami and the epicenter of art in South Florida, therefore exhibiting his work at such a prestigious event as Art Basel It opens up many possibilities for you as a new artist.
The artist has a very specific goal, he wants young people to have more sensitivity to the immaterial, especially in a world where everything is very material.
“As a visual artist, I am inspired by people to identify with my art, which is spontaneous and free. It comes to me in the moment, without planning. I always use a combination oil and aerosol sprays for my canvases. I’ve improved a lot in my technique, but I’m always open to learning more,” he said, via e-mailartist.
For Parra Arias (@romeoartwork) likes to paint celebrity portraits and inspire art in young people, in addition, the city of Miami has greatly influenced him, although it is “very business“, as he likes to mix his art with the material.
Portraits of famous people appear in his collection of works. reggaeton players as Ferxxo, Karol G or Manuel Turizowhom he met through Maluma, who turned out to be his cousin.
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The artist, son of Yudy Arias and cousin of the singer Maluma, painted murals in Wyndwood as part of Art Basel for three years, along with portraits of famous reggaeton artists.
In Miami he collaborated with other members of the art community such as Súper Buda, CH Pulgarin and other international artists.
In Miami he collaborated with other members of The artistic community such as Súper Buda, CH Pulgarin and other international artists.
Finally, the artist describes the city’s art scene as “a mix of exclusive and street art“.
Presence in networks
Romeo Parra Arias has more than 37.2 thousand followers on instagram and among his publications there are also some dedicated to his works such as plastic artistanother with his uncle and sharing with artists he met.
Source: Panama America
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