"Jardín del Alma"

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of "Jardín del Alma" (Garden of the Soul), an enchanting original work by Cuban master Roger Ayala. This piece captures a profound sense of inner peace and transformation, visualizing the soul as a fertile ground for beauty and life.

The painting features a youthful subject, characterized by pigtails tied with red ribbons, evoking a sense of innocence and purity. Ayala’s signature "split-face" technique is employed here to blend the subject's external gaze with her internal reality—one side bathed in pale light, the other in soft, warm shadows.

True to its title, the figure is visited by nature’s most delicate creatures. Vibrant orange butterflies—symbols of transformation and the soul—rest gently against her, while small green birds perch on her shoulders. The cool, washed blue background contrasts beautifully with the warm oranges and yellows, creating an atmosphere that is both ethereal and grounded.

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: Jardín del Alma (Garden of the Soul)

• Year: 2025

• Dimensions: 19 x 12.5 inches

• Style: Figurative Expressionism / Surrealism

• Palette: Cool Blues, Soft Yellows, Vibrant Orange Accents

• Motifs: Butterflies, Birds, Youthful Portraiture, Nature

Collector’s Note

"Jardín del Alma" is a visually poetic piece. The presence of the butterflies makes it a powerful symbol of personal growth and metamorphosis, perfect for a collector who values art with deep spiritual resonance.