Well-known Cuban artist, Manuel, has started working on his Moody custom for an upcoming group show in Canada. Although Cuban artists are unfamiliar with the designer vinyl art toy movement, Manuel has shown that even 3D blank canvases can provide an opportunity for artistic expression.We are very excited to see the completed custom and are very thankful that Manuel has made time to fit this custom into his hectic schedule. His unique and colorful style are quite evident in this piece.
Manuel's 'gatto' has definitely taken a curious liking to this unfamiliar object that has found its way into the studio.
Manuel Hernandez Valdes was born in Cuba in 1943. He has been a participating artist in many major events in Havana. His paintings have also been shown in Belgium, Mexico, Germany and Spain.
In addition to his reputation as a painter, he is also known as a cartoonist, ceramist, illustrator and humorist.
He has been honored with the Pablo Picasso Medal of UNESCO and the Journalism Prize - National Jose Marti.
His works are found in important private collections such as:
- Danielle Mitterrand Foundation
- Geraldine Chaplin Collection
- Mario Benedetti Collection
His paintings are very representative of the Cuban art that idealizes the human body and integrates nature - planting sugar cane, banana, tobacco etc. His characters reflect the gentleness and happiness of the Cuban rural-living environment.
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