Today we’d like to introduce you to Mario “Vegaz” Vanegas.
Every artist has a unique story. Can you briefly walk us through yours?
I have always been in love with bills and coins from all over the world. I was collecting U.S historic ones at home, and every time I was overseas, I was bringing with me the coolest items I could find in each destination.
One day after going through my collection I told myself “I would love to recreate these beautiful pieces of history in my own style and make it different and modern.”
Next day the journey to find the right piece for the transformation and the search for the designs had started.
Please tell us about your art.
I work with shapes, colors, and textures in every piece I make trying to transform historic pieces into modern day ones while keeping its original context.
Back in the day, bills and coins were beautiful and meaningful masterpieces; sadly nowadays many are rarely known or seen,
As an artist, how do you define success and what quality or characteristic do you feel is essential to success as an artist?
Success is definitely when people look at your work and say; “I love it.”
Stick to what you are and what you like is the key to success as an artist.
How or where can people see your work? How can people support your work?
I post most of my jobs on my Instagram @artbyvegaz.
Upcoming exhibitions and releases will be there. Also, it is the place where I frequently do giveaways.
So go FOLLOW, and I will keep you entertained and updated!!!
Contact Info:
- Email: artbyvegaz@outlook.com
- Instagram: @artbyvegaz
- Facebook: @artbyvegaz
- Twitter: @artbyvegaz
- Other: https://youtu.be/XnATuGYw2NE
Image Credit:
@artbyvegaz
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