"El Beso del Colibrí"

Here is the product description for the final piece, titled "El Beso del Colibrí" (The Hummingbird's Kiss). This title was chosen to highlight the dynamic interaction between the blue hummingbird (a distinct element in this piece) and the subject, fitting perfectly with the poetic naming convention of the collection.

Description

Immerse yourself in the delicate harmony of nature with "El Beso del Colibrí" (The Hummingbird's Kiss), an enchanting original work by Cuban master Roger Ayala. This piece captures a moment of pure connection between humanity and the natural world, rendered in Ayala’s signature figurative style.

The composition features a graceful female figure, her hand resting gently on her chest in a gesture of peace or gratitude. Ayala’s characteristic "split-face" technique is used here to blend a warm, sun-kissed ochre with a pale, serene white, suggesting a balance between the physical body and the ethereal spirit.

The scene is alive with movement: a brilliant blue hummingbird—often called a zunzún in the artist's native Cuba—hovers dynamically to feed from the tropical hibiscus flower in her hair. Flanked by vibrant yellow butterflies and accompanied by small birds resting on her shoulders, the subject appears not just as an observer of nature, but as a living, blooming part of the ecosystem itself.

The Artist: Roger Ayala (b. 1950)

A graduate of the Provincial School of Plastic Arts in Pinar del Río, Cuba, Roger Ayala has built a career on exploring the relationship between humanity and nature. His "split-face" technique—often used to show duality—is used here with great subtlety to highlight the shift between the outer world and inner thought. His works are officially recognized by the Fondo de Bienes Culturales and are treasured in international private collections.

Key Features

• Artist: Roger Ayala (Cuba)

• Title: El Beso del Colibrí (The Hummingbird's Kiss)

• Year: 2025

• Dimensions: 41 x 29 inches

• Style: Figurative Expressionism / Surrealism

• Palette: Ochre/Mustard, Earth tones, Bright Yellow, Electric Blue Accent

• Motifs: Blue Hummingbird (Zunzún), Yellow Butterflies, Hibiscus Flower, Nude Portrait

Collector’s Note

This piece is particularly special due to the inclusion of the blue hummingbird. In Cuban and Caribbean folklore, the hummingbird is often seen as a messenger of love and good fortune, making this painting a vibrant talisman for any home.