William Gutiérrez Penãloza

William Gutiérrez Penãloza (Colombia, 1959) is an artist known for being one of the leading representatives of "picotera" painting in the Caribbean. His work stands out for decorating "picós" — large sound systems characteristic of Caribbean popular culture. He combines vibrant colors and elements of local daily life, reflecting the cultural essence of the region. He recently had a retrospective of his work at the Galería La Escuela at the Universidad del Atlántico. His work combines popular tradition with an academic perspective, creating a link between art and community culture, which celebrates Caribbean identity. In addition to being a painter, he is also a DJ. He lives in Barranquilla, Colombia.