About this Event
Artist Replete presents Herencia Viva, a group exhibition that honors the depth and evolution of Latin creativity across the Americas. The showcase brings together rising artists whose work is shaped by cultural memory, contemporary identity and the rich visual language.
Carefully curated by Artist Replete, the exhibition blends local Chicago talent with creatives based in Mexico, Brazil and Peru, highlighting a dynamic range of styles, mediums and perspectives. Each artist contributes a unique narrative, and together they form a collective portrait of living heritage, an exploration of where tradition, innovation and cultural pride meet.
FEATURED ARTISTS
Brazilian artist Vini Meio stands out as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary Latin art. Based in São Paulo, he has developed a process that merges sculpted wood forms with finely executed oil paint, creating works that feel both tactile and deeply atmospheric. His surfaces shift between carved dimension and smooth painted detail, giving his pieces a physical presence that is instantly recognizable and uniquely his. No one else is producing work with this blend of craftsmanship, material manipulation and narrative depth.
For the Herencia Viva exhibition, Artist Replete will present three never before seen works by the artist. These new pieces highlight the next evolution of his practice and offer viewers a rare opportunity to experience an artist whose vision and technique continue to stand alone in the contemporary art landscape.
Jade Rivera is a celebrated Peruvian artist known for elevating the language of Latin American muralism and fine art. Born in Junín and raised in Lima, he explores themes of childhood, memory and cultural heritage with a level of emotional precision that sets his work apart. His murals can be found across the globe, and his studio paintings carry the same sense of intimacy and refinement that has earned him international recognition.
What distinguishes Rivera is the way he blends street art origins with masterful detail and quiet poetic strength. His figures and natural elements feel both grounded and timeless, revealing craftsmanship and sensitivity that few artists achieve. With expanding global visibility and a rapidly growing collector base, Rivera stands as one of the most compelling contemporary voices from Peru.
Tubs is a Chicago based artist known for bringing a refined Latin influence to the calligraffiti movement. Raised in a Mexican American family, he developed a deep appreciation for handcrafted lettering and cultural symbolism, shaping a technique that blends calligraphic precision with expressive urban flow.
He is widely regarded as a leading calligraffiti artist in the United States. His murals and studio works reveal a polished sense of detail and an instantly recognizable style that continues to attract collectors and expand his presence in contemporary Latin inspired art.
Diske Uno is a fiercely up and coming artist born in Culiacán, Sinaloa and now based in Chicago. His work began in the streets of Mexico and has evolved into a multidisciplinary practice that blends cultural heritage, spiritual themes and bold contemporary imagery. His murals and studio pieces already attract brand collaborations and public art commissions, placing him firmly on the radar of collectors and curators.
With murals across Mexico and the United States, along with recognition from institutions such as the National Museum of Mexican Art, Diske Uno is emerging as a standout voice in contemporary Latin art. His momentum continues to build, positioning him as an artist whose rise is both rapid and undeniable.
Roco Drilo was born in Querétaro, Mexico and has built his career as a self-taught visual artist whose work draws deeply on Mexican cultural memory, pop aesthetics and urban energy. Influenced by 80s pop culture, comics, graffiti and the graphic tradition of Mexican folk art, he creates vibrant characters, layered textures and dynamic compositions that blend tradition with contemporary vision. His pieces often reflect a dual life between Mexico and Chicago, a city tied to his family history and a place where his murals and public art have become widely recognized.
Artist Replete is proud to feature Roco Drilo’s latest works that embody the show’s ethos of Latin heritage thriving in the present. His contributions speak to lineage and innovation, celebrating the visual language of Mexico while pushing into bold new territory. Collectors and viewers are invited to experience his work as a reflection of cultural continuity and creative evolution.
Rawooh, born Raul Ramirez, is a Chicago based muralist of Mexican descent whose work has become a standout presence in the city’s public art landscape. Active in street art since 2006, he has evolved from graffiti writer to celebrated muralist known for atmospheric female portraits, rich gradients of blues and purples and subtle nods to Chicago iconography such as the city flag stars. His studio practice often incorporates found materials like reclaimed wooden crates, bringing the grit and spirit of the street into refined gallery ready works.
For the Herencia Viva exhibition, Artist Replete will feature original works by Rawooh along with a mural painted directly on the gallery walls. This gives viewers a rare chance to experience his large scale process up close and see how his signature style transforms an interior space.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Artist Replete, 835 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, United States
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