Camilo Arias

Camilo Arias, a Colombian visual artist, emerged from the depths of the Colombian armed conflict with a remarkable story of resilience through art. Abandoned by his parents and facing an uncertain future, Camilo found solace in art, using it to transcend his traumatic past.

His vibrant and dynamic works celebrate human resilience, environmental conservation, indigenous cultures, and surrealism, drawing inspiration from his deep connection with nature and the world around him.

9 years ago, Camilo have been traveling the world, showcasing his bold use of colors and vivid imagery in solo and group exhibitions, as well as participating in biennal and creating captivating wall paintings in countries such as Panama, Iceland, Spain, and Egypt.

Camilo's journey serves as a powerful testament to the transformative potential of art, enabling individuals to create new opportunities and overcome adversity, a message his shares through his Artworkshops.

-Audiovisual Media Degree from the Politécnico Grancolombiano University of Bogotá with emphasis on Film Direction
- International Accreditation with Autodesk in 3D Character Creation.

• 2023: Solo Exhibition "Deep Connection" in Atithi Gallery, Pittburgh, USA.
• 2023: Collective exhibition at Global Affairs Canada, as part of the Latin American Heritage Month.
• 2020: Collective exhibition, as a COVID-19 event support, at Arcade Gallery, Cairo, Egypt.
• 2019: Solo exhibition "Psychedelic Roots" at Zamalek Art Gallery, Cairo, Egypt.
• 2019: Participation in the 13th Cairo Biennale at the Museum of Modern Egyptian Art.
• 2018: Commissioned wall paintings in Egypt.
• 2018: Commissioned wall paintings in Spain.
• 2018: Commissioned wall paintings in Iceland.
• 2017: Collective exhibition with the Gallery Zunzun in different cities of France, as part of Latinograff Festival.
• 2016: Seven large commissioned wall paintings in Panama.
• 2015: Solo exhibition “Manifestación”, Panama City, Panama.