This print by Romero, was a poster for the South Miami Art Festival in 1997, is hanging in my Lake House.

Because of my love for his style, I have visited his gallery on Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, Florida many times when I worked there.   I have followed his work and his TV appearances including Donald Trumps Apprentice (working with Kendra Todd), Martha Stewart and other high profile shows.

Last night I had the honor of meeting the star pop artist Romero Britto at the Nan Miller Gallery in Rochester, NY.  I attended a “Meet the Artist” there last night.  There was a large crowd and many of his works were on display.

I was thrilled to have the opportunity to chat with Romero and have my photo taken with him.  What I didn’t know is that Romero has spent summers on Keuka Lake, near my home, for many years.  He is familiar with the Fingerlakes!

He must have painted this when he was relaxing and enjoying his stay on Keuka Lake.

Romero Britto and Professor Beach

Romero lived a very modest lifestyle growing up with 8 brothers and sisters in Recife Brazil.  His creativity allowed him to fill his life with images and colors of a beautiful world.  Today Romero is world wide art star.  I will continue to follow Romero and hopefully more meetings will follow.

This video is Janet Lomax from local TV coverage interviewing Nan Miller prior to Romero’s appearance last night. The WHEC News Cast is in the top left corner

Click here to link to the local news story coverage from last night.

Check out Romero’s online gallery & learn more about him, check out his website at   http://www.britto.com/