VENEZUELA
José Cruz
“It is my hope that these works serve as a reminder of the importance of bringing nature into our homes, where each plant becomes an echo of life itself, reminding us of our intrinsic connection with the world around us“.
Painter
With a distinctive figurative approach, Cruz has taken part in various group exhibitions, including Se cayó el sistema (Central University of Venezuela, 2013) and Homenaje a Francisco Massiani (Muza Art, El Hatillo, 2012).
Inspired by masters such as Joaquín Sorolla, John Singer Sargent, Cristóbal Rojas, Arturo Michelena, and Tomás Golding, Cruz has developed a style that reflects the richness of his artistic heritage.
Under the pseudonym ``caraecruz,`` he has established his identity as an artist, blending his passion for painting with his background in design.
In his series ``Plantas de Pared``, the artist explores the intimate relationship that forms between people and their plant companions.
He seeks to highlight the importance of these silent witnesses to daily life, who share with us the highs and lows of existence. Each brushstroke conveys the emotional bond woven between humans and nature—a harmonious dance of mutual care and shared growth.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
Caracas, Venezuela – José Cruz, born in 1987, developed an interest in the world of painting after graduating as a graphic designer. His artistic journey began under the mentorship of master Randjel Spasic, with whom he explored drawing and oil painting for nine years (2008–2017).With a distinctive figurative approach, Cruz has taken part in various group exhibitions, including Se cayó el sistema (Central University of Venezuela, 2013) and Homenaje a Francisco Massiani (Muza Art, El Hatillo, 2012).
Inspired by masters such as Joaquín Sorolla, John Singer Sargent, Cristóbal Rojas, Arturo Michelena, and Tomás Golding, Cruz has developed a style that reflects the richness of his artistic heritage.
Under the pseudonym ``caraecruz,`` he has established his identity as an artist, blending his passion for painting with his background in design.
In his series ``Plantas de Pared``, the artist explores the intimate relationship that forms between people and their plant companions.
He seeks to highlight the importance of these silent witnesses to daily life, who share with us the highs and lows of existence. Each brushstroke conveys the emotional bond woven between humans and nature—a harmonious dance of mutual care and shared growth.
