TRASTEO: Selected Paintings in Watercolor, Acrylic, and Digital Art with Commentary by the Artist

Have you ever struggled to understand, interpret, or read works of art? I will show you how I do it through my own paintings.I am a Colombian visual artist, and for more than 10 years I have created paintings that reflect my deepest concerns. In this book, you will not find unreachable theories or magical formulas. What you will discover instead is my real, honest, and constantly evolving process: the journey of a self-taught artist who decided to shorten the gap so often found between the viewer and the work of art.What You Will Find Inside104 paintings created throughout my artistic journey, each with its own story.A text accompanying every artwork: context, themes, and concepts that inspired it.Technical notes and self-critique: materials, processes, and reflections on what worked, what I learned, and what I would do differently.This Is Not a Tutorial or a BiographyLet me clarify from the beginning: this book is not an instructional guide on how to paint, nor is it intended to be my life story. It is much more than that: it is the trace my works have left on subjects such as geopolitics, environmental culture, spirituality, politics, human rights, the defense of life, democracy, and peace.My intention is to show you how to approach and interpret a painting without needing to be an expert in art. All you need is a genuine interest in art. Here, I challenge the myth of the secrecy surrounding famous artists and invite you to trust your own perspective: you, too, can have a valid and enriching interpretation and truly enjoy the experience.Take the Next Step Toward Understanding a PaintingImagine visiting a museum or an exhibition and feeling that the artwork speaks to you, that you understand it, and that you can enjoy it without anxiety or artificial barriers. This book is a practical example that will help take you there. You need nothing more than curiosity and the willingness to look differently.Click “Buy Now” and begin transforming your relationship with art. Because a painting is not simply explained: it is felt, questioned, and lived. And I will show you how I do it.Thank you,Jairo Duque Read more