Alexduartenyc

Alex Duarte born October 2, 1975, in Harlem New York, grew up reading and painting through her youth. Alex continued to refine her technique throughout the next several decades. Her highly detailed paintings are known for their vibrant, figurative imagery combining tra...ditional painting techniques with contemporary design and illustrative styles, layer upon layer, the application of immaculate detail and technical dexterity. Duartes work presents a world where everything is adorned and alive. At the age of 21, Duarte began to lose her eyesight. As the way she could see the world changed, her work brightened, using a mixture of materials, including neon and black lite acrylic, birthstones, gold leaf, glass, and fairy dust she beautifies her world. Materials that capture and radiate light make creating easier for Duarte and contribute to the uniqueness of her work, art that lights the dark. Read More