Mural for Astarté Street Art Festival
(9,5 x 7 m.)

Iniesta, Cuenca, Spain.
July, 2023.


I intend to pay homage to rural life. I spent my childhood in a small village, from the time I was born until I turned eighteen. I lived on the outskirts, surrounded by nature and animals, and I wouldn’t change my childhood for anything in the world.

Living in a village (or having access to one), close to nature, amidst trees, flowers, animals, rocks, rivers, and countless places to explore, allows you to breathe fresh air and enjoy a relaxed life, away from pollution and noise. In such an environment, you can contemplate an immense sea of stars at night and experience unforgettable summers with friends, bike rides, and the pleasure of eating fruits and vegetables from your own orchard and trees, among other things.

That’s how I grew up, and I will be eternally grateful for it. The time I spent playing in the countryside, surrounded by animals (cats, dogs, and two wonderful donkeys: Matilde and Manolito), shaped who I am today and instilled in me a special sensitivity towards nature and all that it encompasses.

I wish everyone could experience life in a village.


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