ARLET GOMEZ
Location:
Palm Beach, FL, USA
ARTIST BIO
Arlet Gomez is a Cuban artist based in South Florida, renowned for her vibrant and eclectic paintings that fuse impressionism and neo-expressionism. Graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Painting in 2009, Gomez's artistic style is characterized by dynamic color palettes, striking light contrasts, textured variations, and layered compositions. Internationally represented by esteemed galleries, including Steidel Contemporary Gallery, HMVC Gallery New York and Artsy, her artworks have been showcased in prestigious exhibitions across over 10 countries. Gomez's talent has been recognized globally, earning notable awards such as the Masterful Mind Award at the 6th International CFA Artist of the Year 2024, the TRAHC 36th Juried Exhibition's 2nd Place, HMVC Gallery New York's 2023 1st Prize, ArtiGras Fine Art Festival's 2023 Award in Painting, and The Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce's 2023 recognition. Additional accolades include the 2021 Palm Beach County Art in Public Places "Outside the Box" Prize, 2011 International Prize for Painting ISOLE in Italy, and 2008 First Prize Contemporary Art from Portugal's Exteril Foundation.
ARTIST STATEMENT
Through vibrant, expressive paintings, I explore the complexities of human experience, focusing on the pivotal moments of childhood that shape our adult selves. My art practice delves into themes of trauma, mental health, and the enduring impact of early life experiences.
Using bold, impasto brushstrokes and a kaleidoscope of colors, I capture the raw emotions and vulnerability of childhood. Oil and acrylic paints allow me to convey the intensity and depth of human feeling. Influenced by the expressive freedom of Impressionism and the emotional intensity of Expressionism, my eclectic style blends elements of both, creating a unique visual language.
My subjects – children lost in thought, play, or quiet contemplation – invite viewers to reflect on their own formative experiences. I celebrate the beauty and resilience of childhood, while acknowledging the shadows that can accompany growth. By exploring these universal themes, I aim to foster empathy, understanding, and connection.
Through my art, I ask: How do our earliest moments shape us? How do we carry childhood with us, for better or worse? What can we learn from revisiting these formative experiences?
My paintings are an invitation to revisit, remember, and reclaim the fragments of our past, embracing the complexities that make us human.
