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Work of art by artist Ochoa, created in oil on canvas technique.
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50 x 70 cm painting with 3 cm depth.
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In the vibrant heart of this oil painting on canvas emerges a female figure whose presence radiates power, elegance, and dignity. "Queen of Color" is not just a portrait: it is a visual statement of identity and cultural heritage. The work depicts a majestic woman, her gaze fixed on the viewer, inviting him to recognize not only her beauty but her history and symbolism.

The face is built with a realistic and meticulous technique, framed by an explosive composition of colors that envelop her figure like a symbolic aura. The background bursts in oranges, turquoises, ochres, and reds, free brushstrokes that seem to dance around the character, as if the energy of the canvas emanates directly from her. This chromatic force is not random: it is an act of celebration of diversity, an exaltation of Afro-descendants, of mestizaje, and of the ancestral soul that survives in modernity.

The protagonist wears a geometric turban, composed of triangular fragments and visual textures that seem to have been extracted from an African tapestry. It is an abstract crown, built with symbols of resistance and pride. Her large gold earrings and the intricately styled updo complete a rich iconography that refers both to tradition and to the contemporary reinterpretation of Afro beauty.

Her dark skin is highlighted by warm lights that reflect not only the external light but also a kind of inner glow. The artist has managed to balance the realism of her features with the abstract language of the environment, creating a visual tension where the figurative and the expressive meet without conflict. The body seems to emerge from the background as a spirit shaped by history, time, and the strength of memory.

The splattered background, with quick gestures in white and gold, suggests movement and vitality. The splashes act as points of emotional escape, reinforcing the idea that this woman is not static, but alive, pulsating, in constant dialogue with the observer.

"Queen of Color" is also a tribute to the strong, serene woman, bearer of culture. She does not need unnecessary adornments or superfluous contexts. Her simple presence, amplified by a palette that borders on the spiritual, is enough to fill the space and resonate deeply.

This work is ideal for those seeking art with a message, for collectors who value the blend of symbolism and modern aesthetics. It is a piece that dialogues with the values of female empowerment, ethnic diversity, and art committed to identity.

Acrylic painting - Hand signed - 2023

Ochoa - Reina del Color. Afro”

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