By Kyle Beard
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — An explosion of color filled the lobby in Osceola campus' auditorium where dozens of Valencia students gathered to admire the paintings of renowned Brazilian artist Clóvis Júnior.
A native of Paraíba, Brazil and a resident of the city of João Pessoa, Júnior showcased over 20 of his favorite paintings on Friday, March 20.
Júnior's paintings represent a unique style that combines both beauty and message. Delving from themes such as the rich folklore of Brazil, nature itself and his own faith, Júnior uses his craft as a method to send a message.
"I want to help man reapproximate himself with nature," Júnior said while explaining the theme of his artwork. "Some people are afraid to even put their bare feet in the sand. This is absurd!" To Júnior, the message he sends is nearly as important as the artwork itself.
Júnior's status as a renowned international painter was first recognized when in 1993, he entered a painting titled "Our Future in Drugs" in the National Billboard Competition — an event promoted by the United Nations and nearly 150 countries.
Júnior pit his painting against approximately 4,000 other entries and came out on top with first prize. His "naïve" style of painting is now recognized in over 55 different countries.
"He tries to promote joy and happiness in his work," said Conso Nansaram, a general studies major here at Valencia. "It's a toast to the simpler thing in life."
Nansaram, as well as many other attendees were particularly fond of "Bumba Meu Boi on Times Square", which is a painting that depicts a famous Brazilian folklore bull with cashew apples for horns visiting New York City.
Another favorite — titled "A Ceia" — depicts Christ and his disciples at the Last Supper.
"It's about Jesus and it represents my faith" said Edward Rivera, another Osceola campus student, "All of his disciples are represented by different colors or cultures. It's a very powerful message." Message was Júnior passion above all.
"I love life. I love living" said Júnior "Hope has become my greatest drive."
Júnior and his paintings will also be visiting the West Campus on Thursday, March 26 in the Library. Júnior's exhibit is presented by the Central Florida Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce.
A native of Paraíba, Brazil and a resident of the city of João Pessoa, Júnior showcased over 20 of his favorite paintings on Friday, March 20.
Júnior's paintings represent a unique style that combines both beauty and message. Delving from themes such as the rich folklore of Brazil, nature itself and his own faith, Júnior uses his craft as a method to send a message.
"I want to help man reapproximate himself with nature," Júnior said while explaining the theme of his artwork. "Some people are afraid to even put their bare feet in the sand. This is absurd!" To Júnior, the message he sends is nearly as important as the artwork itself.
Júnior's status as a renowned international painter was first recognized when in 1993, he entered a painting titled "Our Future in Drugs" in the National Billboard Competition — an event promoted by the United Nations and nearly 150 countries.
Júnior pit his painting against approximately 4,000 other entries and came out on top with first prize. His "naïve" style of painting is now recognized in over 55 different countries.
"He tries to promote joy and happiness in his work," said Conso Nansaram, a general studies major here at Valencia. "It's a toast to the simpler thing in life."
Nansaram, as well as many other attendees were particularly fond of "Bumba Meu Boi on Times Square", which is a painting that depicts a famous Brazilian folklore bull with cashew apples for horns visiting New York City.
Another favorite — titled "A Ceia" — depicts Christ and his disciples at the Last Supper.
"It's about Jesus and it represents my faith" said Edward Rivera, another Osceola campus student, "All of his disciples are represented by different colors or cultures. It's a very powerful message." Message was Júnior passion above all.
"I love life. I love living" said Júnior "Hope has become my greatest drive."
Júnior and his paintings will also be visiting the West Campus on Thursday, March 26 in the Library. Júnior's exhibit is presented by the Central Florida Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce.
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