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2023
Acrylic on canvas
58 x 50 cm | 22.8 x 19.7 in.
USD 1,000
El Pipero Trepador a Costa Rica tico painting
Embark on a visual journey through the vibrant landscapes of Costa Rica with Christian Porras Piedra’s Costa Rica tico painting called El Pipero Trepador, an evocative blend of music, culture, and artistry. As a versatile artist, composer, and musician hailing from the picturesque region of Guanacaste, Porras Piedra draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of his homeland.
His abstract acrylic painting is a symphony of color and form, capturing the essence of Costa Rican life with a young “tico” boy climbing a palm tree for coconuts. Through bold strokes and dynamic curves, Porras Piedra infuses his canvas with the rhythmic energy of the Costa Rican landscape.
Music serves as a guiding force in Porras Piedra’s artistic process, as he translates the lyrical narratives of his songs into visual expressions. Using ovoid shapes to create elliptical brushstrokes, he crafts a language of color that resonates with the essence of his compositions.
In Porras Piedra’s world, human figures seamlessly blend with their natural surroundings, embodying the spirit of everyday life in Latin America. Each brushstroke tells a story, each color a melody, as the landscape becomes a stage for the vibrant rhythms of daily existence.
Experience the harmonious fusion of music and art in Christian Porras Piedra’s Costa Rica tico painting, where every stroke is a note, and every hue a symphony of cultural expression.
Shipping: This artwork will be rolled for shipment.
Blue, Brown, Green, Grey, Yellow
USD 1,000 – 2,000
medium
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USD 4,300
