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May 6, 2026
Nicaraguan competes in international art contest promoted by Johnny Depp
Nicaraguan painter Carlos Rodríguez was selected to compete in the international contest 'The People's Artist,' promoted by actor Johnny Depp, where he represents Nicaragua among 75 artists and seeks public support to advance in the global voting.
TL;DR
- Carlos Rodríguez, a 30-year-old painter from La Paz, Carazo, is Nicaragua's sole representative in the 'The People's Artist' international contest.
- The contest is promoted by actor Johnny Depp and features 75 artists from around the world.
- Rodríguez uses art as a therapeutic tool to cope with stress and depression, especially as an immigrant in the United States.
- Voting is open from May 4th to May 14th, with each person eligible for one free vote every 24 hours.
- His artistic style involves vibrant colors and techniques like pastel chalk, with his three submitted works inspired by Nicaraguan joy.
- The winner receives $25,000, a feature in Artforum magazine, and an exhibition at The Art of Elysium.
- Rodríguez studied English at UCA and was a professional dancer before focusing on painting.