Carlos Gamez de Francisco was born in post-revolutionary Cuba in 1987 in a climate of art censorship and limited access to information. He was educated in an academic style heavily influenced by the Russian Academy. This influence and the history of Cuba itself, are the lens through which Francisco creates quasi-historic portraits, narratives and an illusory world. Francisco understood that decontextualizing epochs and artistic symbols are tools that establish a connection between the present and the past. His works explore themes of power, hierarchy, perfection and beauty, repetition, decoration and obscene abundance. His images often depict a sense of happiness and well-being which in turn, insinuates a nonexistent time. Thus, themes and specific figures are examples of distorted reality illustrating his perceptions about life. Francisco focuses on modifying historical periods, fashion, images and contexts using insects, whether realistically represented or not, as imaginary elements recreating new contexts. Mainly, he recreates experiences and memories by superimposing and manipulating historical figures and events. Finally, understanding beauty in its various forms is the motivation for experimenting with non-conventional materials. Francisco’s general approach is to demystify classical beauty and present it as a natural process and in its natural form.
Bluebird, Tulip Petals - Framed Botanical Flowers & Birds Still Life Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Pure Joy I - original surrealism figurative painting - contemporary artwork
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in London, Chelsea
We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...
Canvas, Acrylic
Planning for the Future - Blue Jay Birds Still Life Framed Acrylic Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Equestrian Style and Decor II - Contemporary surrealistic horse painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in DE
Gamez de Francisco paints and photographs very passionately, making statements filled with symbolism. He frequently includes insects in his artwork. He says: Flying insects represent...
Canvas, Oil
Meditation Practice 101 - Figurative Surrealist Portrait Mixed Media Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Ink, Watercolor, Graphite
A Duck Flying Above the Clouds - Original Floral Surrealist Artwork on Canvas
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
A Home in the Woods - Original Birds Portrait Still Life Framed Acrylic Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
The House at the End of the Road - Original Framed Blue Floral Artwork on Canvas
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carlos Gamez de Francisco’s "The House at the End of the Road" is a striking blend of hyperrealism, figurative surrealism, and imaginative narrative art. This 12-inch round acrylic p...
Canvas, Acrylic
Gold Earrings - Large Colorful Surrealist Figurative Feminine Portrait Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealist paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing. This presence exposed Francisco to the world of figurative arts while...
Canvas, Watercolor, Acrylic
The Outfit - Original Colorful Floral Figurative Feminine Surrealist Framed Art
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Red Bow II - Original Framed Surrealist Figurative Portrait
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian governed academia setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Ink, Watercolor, Archival Paper, Graphite
The Pearl Necklace Story II - Surrealist Figurative Feminine Framed Portrait
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Purple Leaves - Large Colorful Surrealist Figurative Feminine Portrait Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealist paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing. This presence exposed Francisco to the world of figurative arts while...
Canvas, Acrylic, Watercolor
Bunny I - Original Colorful Floral Figurative Feminine Surrealist Framed Artwork
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Five Red Tulips - Framed Pink Original Whimsical Floral Artwork on Canvas
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carlos Gamez de Francisco’s "The House at the End of the Road" is a striking blend of hyperrealism, figurative surrealism, and imaginative narrative art. This 12-inch round acrylic p...
Canvas, Acrylic
$7,982
Fashion Essentials I - Contemporary colourful surrealistic painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in DE
Gamez de Francisco paints and photographs very passionately, making statements filled with symbolism. He frequently includes insects in his artwork. He says: Flying insects represent...
Canvas, Acrylic
The Top Songbirds - Original Surrealist Figurative Portrait Painting on Canvas
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian governed academia setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Rainforest Parrots - Original Surrealist Figurative Portrait Original Artwork
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian governed academia setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Sunny Day IV - Original Textural Lace Surrealist Figurative Floral Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian governed academia setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
New World Parrots - Original Birds Portrait Still Life Framed Acrylic Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Contemporary Figurative Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Floral Background, Realism
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in St. Louis, MO
Contemporary Figurative Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Floral Background, Realism Growing up in Cuba, I was surrounded by silence where music should have been. Western bands like The ...
Canvas, Acrylic
Bee and Tulips - Circular Framed Botanical Flowers Nature Still Life Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Petals in Reverie II - Framed Botanical Flowers Still Life Acrylic Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
In The Blooming Season I - Framed Botanical Flowers Still Life Acrylic Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian-governed academic setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Head in Front View - Large Colorful Surrealist Figurative Feminine Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing. This presence exposed Francisco to the world of figurative arts whi...
Canvas, Watercolor
Power Posing and Glasses - original artwork - surrealism figurative painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in London, Chelsea
We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...
Canvas, Acrylic
Roses are Red - Contemporary colourful figurative surrealistic painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in DE
Gamez de Francisco paints and photographs very passionately, making statements filled with symbolism. He frequently includes insects in his artwork. He says: Flying insects represent...
Canvas, Acrylic
Blue - Original Figurative Girl with Black Lace Violet Dress Painting on Canvas
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian governed academia setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Twenty Shades of Sunlight - Contemporary colourful surrealistic painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in DE
Gamez de Francisco paints and photographs very passionately, making statements filled with symbolism. He frequently includes insects in his artwork. He says: Flying insects represent...
Canvas, Acrylic
Social Etiquette V - Surrealist Portrait Figurative Woman in Mask Original Art
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian governed academia setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
$6,691
Spring III - Contemporary colourful figurative surrealistic painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in DE
Gamez de Francisco paints and photographs very passionately, making statements filled with symbolism. He frequently includes insects in his artwork. He says: Flying insects represent...
Canvas, Acrylic
Autumn - Original Surrealist Hyperrealist Figurative Sunglass Painting on Canvas
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian governed academia setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Green Summer - Original Surrealist Figurative Painting of Girl with Antler Crown
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian governed academia setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
The Island I - Surrealist Vibrant Original Artwork by Carlos Gamez de Francisco
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing. This presence exposed Francisco to the world of figurative arts while censoring contemporary art. His near-obsession with the past and storytelling translates into his work, which provides an escape from reality while creating an illusory world. This surrealist 28-inch high by 20-inch wide oval artwork...
Canvas, Acrylic
$7,500
Casual Attire III - Vibrant Surrealist Figurative Original Painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian governed academia setting. This presence exposed Franci...
Canvas, Acrylic
Contemporary Figurative Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Floral Background, Realism
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in St. Louis, MO
Contemporary Figurative Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Floral Background, Realism Growing up in Cuba, I was surrounded by silence where music should have been. Western bands like The ...
Canvas, Acrylic
$6,670
Bridal Shower II - original artwork - surrealism figurative painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in London, Chelsea
We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...
Canvas, Acrylic
$3,539
Theory of Forms - original artwork - surrealism figurative painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in London, Chelsea
We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...
Canvas, Acrylic
$4,015
Lavender and Gold - original artwork - surrealism figurative painting
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in London, Chelsea
We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...
Canvas, Acrylic
BLUE BIRDS IN THE GARDEN
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Three Oaks, MI
As with much of Gamez de Francisco’s work, the piece blurs the boundary between the regal and the real, challenging traditional portraiture and giving visual voice to those typically...
Canvas, Acrylic
KEEPING PETS OFF THE FURNITURE V
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Three Oaks, MI
The artist's work delves into the fascinating realm of distorted reality, invoking a sense of happiness and well-being from a bygone era that exists only in the imagination. Through ...
Canvas, Acrylic
HAUTE COUTUREIN AUTUMN
By Carlos Gamez de Francisco
Located in Three Oaks, MI
The artist's work delves into the fascinating realm of distorted reality, invoking a sense of happiness and well-being from a bygone era that exists only in the imagination. Through ...
Canvas, Acrylic