fernando villanueva rivera
artist/painter
fernando villanueva rivera
artist/painter
Fernando Villanueva Rivera Art trends
Cats
AI Art trends
Pop Art
For me, any subject serves as a mere pretext to explore the act of painting, as my work draws deeply from the rich legacy of art history and its diverse techniques. However, one theme has consistently captivated and inspired me: the enigmatic and graceful nature of cats.
Pop Art
AI Art trends
Pop Art
From the inception of my artistic journey, I have been deeply drawn to the bold visual language of Pop Art. Its provocative themes, vibrant palette, and subversive techniques have remained a constant source of inspiration throughout my career. My work is rooted in an ongoing exploration of Pop’s defining elements, perpetually pushing the
From the inception of my artistic journey, I have been deeply drawn to the bold visual language of Pop Art. Its provocative themes, vibrant palette, and subversive techniques have remained a constant source of inspiration throughout my career. My work is rooted in an ongoing exploration of Pop’s defining elements, perpetually pushing the boundaries of its style and concepts, while seeking to reinterpret and expand upon the movement's cultural commentary.
AI Art trends
AI Art trends
AI Art trends
AI has become a global phenomenon, and its integration into the world of art is not a fleeting trend but a transformative force. To dismiss it would be to cling to an outdated paradigm. As an artist, once I identified the vast creative possibilities that AI offers, I embarked on an exploratory journey. By employing carefully crafted prom
AI has become a global phenomenon, and its integration into the world of art is not a fleeting trend but a transformative force. To dismiss it would be to cling to an outdated paradigm. As an artist, once I identified the vast creative possibilities that AI offers, I embarked on an exploratory journey. By employing carefully crafted prompts that encapsulated my conceptual vision and using platforms designed for image generation, I developed foundational compositions for my paintings. These AI-generated images, however, were just the starting point. Once the digital imagery was established, I translated them onto canvas, altering and refining them through traditional methods.
While this process might seem straightforward, the reality is quite the opposite. Reproducing these complex images in oil, with both abstract and realistic techniques, requires a profound understanding of the medium—something I have honed through years of mastery. The act of transposing digital prompts into tangible, painterly forms is a challenge far beyond the capabilities of those who simply hang devices on walls and call it art. The precision and skill demanded in this synthesis of AI and fine art is a testament to the depth of my practice.
To date, I have yet to encounter another artist in Puerto Rico who openly engages with this technique. Since 2022, I have been the first to experiment with this innovative fusion, pushing the boundaries of contemporary art in the region.
