About Gustavo Trujillo
Artist's Journey
The spirit of New Orleans flows through every brushstroke of Gustavo Trujillo's vibrant paintings, capturing the city's essence with remarkable passion and skill.
Like the famous Mardi Gras celebrations and soulful Jazz music that define New Orleans, Gustavo's art is a beautiful blending of various influences—sassy, colorful, and vibrantly alive. His paintings burst with color and texture, each canvas calling out to viewers with an irresistible invitation: "Take me home!"
Gustavo's mastery lies not just in his bold use of color, but in his expert technique with the palette knife, creating artful designs that are simply mesmerizing to behold.
From Colombia to New Orleans
"As early as the age of five, I began my artistry on the walls of my native home in Bogotá, Colombia. I would ask my mother for paint to create designs on the walls with the colors of the Colombian flag: yellow, blue and red."
At twenty-seven, Gustavo immigrated to New Orleans, where his artistic journey truly flourished. He commenced his formal studies at the New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts, and it was there that he realized he could pursue his lifelong passion as a professional career.
"Along with my use of vibrant and intense color, I enjoy painting with a palette knife for its textural and rhythmic effects. Color is my passion, and the palette knife is like an extension of my soul."
Artistic Evolution & Inspiration
Throughout his career, Gustavo has explored all artistic mediums—from pastels and watercolors to oils—but has found his true calling in acrylics, his current and favorite medium. His work draws deep inspiration from Van Gogh's impressionist style, evident in his bold strokes and emotional depth.
Gustavo has created stunning paintings for art lovers across the United States and internationally. When he's not creating in his studio, you can find him sharing his latest masterpieces with visitors at Jackson Square in the historic French Quarter of New Orleans, where art and culture come alive daily.