About the Artist JUAN DIAZ
HIS WORK IS FEATURED TO THE RIGHT, ON THE COVER, AND IN THE FASHION SPREAD OF THIS ISSUE.
"My work shows the inner layers of humanity and the
outer stories and moments of everyday life. The princi- pals and morals instilled by my family and the Latin cul- ture in which I grew up are reflected in the diverse styles that I use to interpret the reality that surrounds us. The themes of my work are freedom, respect and under- standing for others, and the importance of unity in the family core as the base of society." - Juan Diaz
Juan Diaz is the eldest of three children born to a closely-knit
family in Bogotá, Colombia. His father was a professional sculptor and ceramist who soon recognized his son’s natural creative intelli- gence and artistic gifts. As a small child, Juan would often sit on his father's lap while his father worked at the drafting table. Juan was encouraged to draw whatever came into his mind. During these early formative years, his father taught him the skills of viewing others and the natural environment through studying the move- ment of shadows and seeing the range of colors. He encouraged Juan to work with clay, and to further the basics of his artistic skills, Juan also started to use watercolors and oils. When he was thirteen, Juan and his father moved to the United
States, and his mother and two sisters soon joined them in Naples. When he entered high school, his art teachers recognized his out- standing artistic talents and strongly encouraged him to continue drawing and working in oils. He participated in classes offered by the Von Liebig Art Center in Naples, and submitted works for exhibitions at the Von Liebig Art Center and the Marco Island Art League. He earned a range of awards for Best in Show and various scholarships from the Von Liebig Art Center and the Marco Island Art League. Following graduation from high school, Juan continued to independently study the works, styles, and techniques of master artists from the United States, Europe and South America. In 2006, one of Juan’s artist associates arranged to have him
meet and show his art portfolio to the international artist, Jonathan Green, who also resides in Naples. Mr. Green and his business part- ner were impressed and offered Juan an internship with Jonathan Green Studios, Inc. Juan was mentored by Jonathan Green and re- ceived guidance in the business of art from his studio director, Rich- ard Weedman. Juan has been featured in numerous major group exhibitions and solo shows in SWFL. His work is now included in several prestigious collections, including the Jonathan Green Art Collection.
Phone (239) 248-6689
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