Guillermo Navarrete Davis
Guillermo Navarrete Davis is an indigenous Latino and self-taught painter from Santiago de Chile. He draws inspiration from the visionary works of Dali, Klimt, and the Great Impressionists. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and beauty, his art embodies a continuous pursuit of growth and mastery.
His oil paintings invite viewers into a world of richness and detail, brought to life through a refined technique of layering wet oils on canvas. This method, reminiscent of ancient traditions, allows Guillermo to create textures and hues that evoke both depth and vibrancy.
Specializing in portraiture, his work focuses on the often overlooked stories of marginalized people. The realism, the purity, and the sincerity of the sentiment expressed in the faces of his subjects are his source of inspiration. Each of his works tells a story, revealing the raw truth and enduring depth of the human condition.
December 2024 Featured Cover Art
Portrait of Emanuel
Oil on canvas, 20″ x 16″, 2018, NFS
The portrait is of Emanuel, the second son of my wife. He represents the brilliance, tenderness, and innocence of every child. In particular, Emanuel has a soul that illuminates us with the happiness that he brings to his family and every heart that he touches.
The painting is not for sale, but prints and cards are available.
Grab Your Guide!
Guides for the December 2024 event will be available beginning on November 1st at the following locations or at participating artist studios. Check the websites for open hours before you go:
- Alameda, Frank Bette Center for the Arts, 1601 Paru Street, Alameda, CA 94501
- Oakland, Flax Art and Design, 1501 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94612
- Oakland, Studio One Art Center, 365 45th St, Oakland, CA 94609
- Berkeley, Sawtooth Building, 2547 Eighth Street, Susan Brooks Studio 24a, Berkeley, California 94710
- Berkeley, Nielson Arts Gallery and Custom Framing, 1545 Solano Avenue, Berkeley, California 94707
- Richmond, Clay People, 623 S 32nd St, Richmond, CA 94804
Past Featured Artists and Guides
Click on each cover and be taken to a PDF of the guide.
Featured Artist – Guillermo Navarrette Davis
Featuring Multiple Artists
Featured Artist – Fernando Reyes
Featured Artist – Tiffany Conway