Artist Statement
'Starting at Omar’s Seafood with a feast of creole shrimp, we meandered along the path leading from the beach to the main street. If you’re familiar with Placencia you know that Omar’s Seafood has been run by a local family since the 1990’s and now the son, who is a phenomenal painter and muralist, manages the restaurant along with a gallery attached featuring his painting of marine life (did I mention he’s also a fisherman?). Omar has brother who also paints - often times they make a mural team known locally as the the Sierra Brothers.
With a vibrant palette and command of the brush down to the finest details, Omar Sierra creates seascapes that pull you in for a swim without fail.'
-Placencia Sidewalk Art Festival