Artist: Paulo Jimenez, Costa Rican (b. 1973)

Title: Ponce de Leon Arriving in America

Medium: Oil on Canvas with 18k Gold Leaf

Size: 24” x 18” Unframed; 30” x 24” Framed

A stormy Florida is the backdrop for the arrival of Juan Ponce de Leon in America.The shadowy palm trees on the horizon signal the location with Ponce de Leon’s horse treading and reflecting in typical marshy waters.His gold and red cape and feather are a bold contrast to the stark surroundings. Jimenez uses 18k gold leaf on the cape to distinguish this important figure in the history of St. Augustine, America’s oldest city.

Paulo Jimenez is a Costa Rican-born American artist. He draws inspiration from his diverse cultural background and personal experiences to create vibrant and captivating works of art. Born in Costa Rica and raised in the arid landscapes of the Atacama Desert in Chile, his artistic journey has been shaped by the beauty and contrasts of these environments. He pursued his Bachelor in Fine Arts at the University of Hartford, honing his technical skills and developing a deep appreciation for the power of visual storytelling.