A mesmerizing scene of rural China, where ancient traditions meet breathtaking landscapes. A farmer and his water buffaloes stand poised on the edge of a serene waterway, framed by the majestic karst mountains. This image captures the enduring bond between humans, animals, and nature, inviting viewers to contemplate the timeless rhythms of life.

TRANSCENDENT VISIONS

Vargas at the Louvre

Vargas at the Louvre

Transcendent Visions

Vargas: Master of Body Art and Visionary Fine Artist and Photographer Vargas is the most sought-after body painter today, consider an icon in this gender, known for transforming the human body into a living canvas, blending art, emotion, and creativity. Born in Ecuador and trained at prestigious institutions like Pratt Institute, he has gained international acclaim with exhibitions at the White House and in renowned venues like the Museum of Fine Arts in Venezuela, New York, Austria, Venice, Korea, and London. His 'Body Realism' style is a unique improvisation, completed within a 5-hour limit and tailored to each model. Vargas has left his mark in fashion, collaborating with Jean Paul Gaultier and being the first body artist at New York Fashion Week. As the inventor of the 'Ring Light' and creator of the 'Kabi Brushes' line, his innovation extends beyond art. Vargas has produced over 20 calendars, recognized as the best by a major U.S. network, and worked with many celebrities. He is also a passionate educator, conducting seminars worldwide, inspiring others through his art and teaching.

This collection was launched on October 15, 2024.

Water buffalos and the fisherman

A mesmerizing scene of rural China, where ancient traditions meet breathtaking landscapes. A farmer and his water buffaloes stand poised on the edge of a serene waterway, framed by the majestic karst mountains. This image captures the enduring bond between humans, animals, and nature, inviting viewers to contemplate the timeless rhythms of life.

A mesmerizing scene of rural China, where ancient traditions meet breathtaking landscapes. A farmer and his water buffaloes stand poised on the edge of a serene waterway, framed by the majestic karst mountains. This image captures the enduring bond between humans, animals, and nature, inviting viewers to contemplate the timeless rhythms of life.

Butterfly

A stunning close-up of a butterfly, capturing the intricate beauty of nature's design. The image draws us into the insect's world, revealing details invisible to the casual observer. It's a celebration of life's diversity and a reminder of the magnificent intricacy present in even the smallest creatures.

A stunning close-up of a butterfly, capturing the intricate beauty of nature's design. The image draws us into the insect's world, revealing details invisible to the casual observer. It's a celebration of life's diversity and a reminder of the magnificent intricacy present in even the smallest creatures.

Overboard

A vibrant slice of Venetian life bursts beyond its frame, inviting you to step into the scene. The tranquil canal, flanked by sun-drenched, pastel-hued buildings, teems with boats and the bustle of daily life. A dark gondola in the foreground seems to float off the page, bridging the gap between art and reality. This piece captures the timeless charm of Venice, where every corner tells a story and every view is a masterpiece waiting to be experienced.

A vibrant slice of Venetian life bursts beyond its frame, inviting you to step into the scene. The tranquil canal, flanked by sun-drenched, pastel-hued buildings, teems with boats and the bustle of daily life. A dark gondola in the foreground seems to float off the page, bridging the gap between art and reality. This piece captures the timeless charm of Venice, where every corner tells a story and every view is a masterpiece waiting to be experienced.

I See Nature...

An intimate portrait of life's resilience and beauty. A weathered tree trunk, marked by time, cradles delicate dried leaves - a poignant reminder of nature's cycles. This image invites quiet reflection on the passage of time and the subtle wonders that surround us, often overlooked in our busy lives.

An intimate portrait of life's resilience and beauty. A weathered tree trunk, marked by time, cradles delicate dried leaves - a poignant reminder of nature's cycles. This image invites quiet reflection on the passage of time and the subtle wonders that surround us, often overlooked in our busy lives.

Chelo

A surreal composition merging a human form with a violin. The image blends the curves of a woman's back with the elegant shape of the instrument, set against a dark background with a flickering candle and books. This piece explores the harmony between the human body and musical artistry.

A striking black and white image of a reclining figure whose body is adorned with intricate artwork. The subject's torso features a portrait, possibly of a famous artist, blending human canvas with classical portraiture. This piece challenges perceptions of art and the human form

Time-less

A striking black and white image of a reclining figure whose body is adorned with intricate artwork. The subject's torso features a portrait, possibly of a famous artist, blending human canvas with classical portraiture. This piece challenges perceptions of art and the human form.

A striking black and white image of a reclining figure whose body is adorned with intricate artwork. The subject's torso features a portrait, possibly of a famous artist, blending human canvas with classical portraiture. This piece challenges perceptions of art and the human form.

Madam Life

A whimsical figure painted in vibrant leaf patterns stands against a cloudy sky. Dressed in autumnal colors and a top hat, the figure appears to be manipulating apples with invisible strings. This surreal image blends elements of nature, magic, and human artistry in a dreamlike scene.

A whimsical figure painted in vibrant leaf patterns stands against a cloudy sky. Dressed in autumnal colors and a top hat, the figure appears to be manipulating apples with invisible strings. This surreal image blends elements of nature, magic, and human artistry in a dreamlike scene.

The Return

A surreal portrait of a figure with sky-blue skin standing amidst clouds. The subject wears a brown hat and has a window-like opening in their chest, revealing a bird and a glimpse of another world. This image explores themes of inner worlds, freedom, and the multifaceted nature of identity.

A surreal portrait of a figure with sky-blue skin standing amidst clouds. The subject wears a brown hat and has a window-like opening in their chest, revealing a bird and a glimpse of another world. This image explores themes of inner worlds, freedom, and the multifaceted nature of identity.

Rebuild

A surreal painting of a castle-like structure that blends architectural elements with human features. Set against a vivid blue sky, the building appears to be crumbling and transforming, with arches forming eyes and noses. Fallen pillars in the foreground add to the sense of deconstruction and metamorphosis.

A surreal painting of a castle-like structure that blends architectural elements with human features. Set against a vivid blue sky, the building appears to be crumbling and transforming, with arches forming eyes and noses. Fallen pillars in the foreground add to the sense of deconstruction and metamorphosis.

Covid and Nature

A dynamic and dreamlike painting featuring a figure in flowing white garments, seemingly caught between falling and flying. The composition blends elements of nature, such as waterfalls and clouds, with surreal geometric patterns. The artwork evokes a sense of transformation and transcendence.

A dynamic and dreamlike painting featuring a figure in flowing white garments, seemingly caught between falling and flying. The composition blends elements of nature, such as waterfalls and clouds, with surreal geometric patterns. The artwork evokes a sense of transformation and transcendence.

3D Painted Art

Three uniquely painted busts side by side, each representing a different aspect of consciousness or emotion. One features cool tones and geometric patterns, another warm hues and organic shapes, and the third a monochromatic scheme with bold contrasts. Together, they symbolize the complexity of human cognition and expression.

Three uniquely painted busts side by side, each representing a different aspect of consciousness or emotion. One features cool tones and geometric patterns, another warm hues and organic shapes, and the third a monochromatic scheme with bold contrasts. Together, they symbolize the complexity of human cognition and expression.",
"title": "Trio of Consciousness

Ground Zero

A surrealist painting depicting a dreamlike desert landscape. In the foreground, a figure draped in white stands beside a large, organic form reminiscent of human anatomy. The background features abstract geometric shapes and structures, with hints of human faces emerging from the clouds. This enigmatic scene blends elements of the human form with architectural and natural motifs, creating a mysterious and thought-provoking narrative about the relationship between humanity and its environment.

A surrealist painting depicting a dreamlike desert landscape. In the foreground, a figure draped in white stands beside a large, organic form reminiscent of human anatomy. The background features abstract geometric shapes and structures, with hints of human faces emerging from the clouds. This enigmatic scene blends elements of the human form with architectural and natural motifs, creating a mysterious and thought-provoking narrative about the relationship between humanity and its environment.

Li Blue Hour

Step into the blue hour mountains, with Vargas.

Blue Hour Mountains