Biography

Nelson De La Nuez: Biography Nelson De La Nuez’s unique juxtaposition of pop and surrealism of America’s rich culture and history withstand the test of time. Listed on the “Who’s Who List of the Most Collected Artists of Our Time,” his works are bold and outspoken, both in color and often subject matter.  His mixed media paintings utilize acrylic and watercolor paints, oil pastels and inks. He has the right combination of social and cultural relevance in the artwork mixed with emotional ties, all of which have brought him to the forefront of the art world.  The galleries, museums and prestigious art collectors have embraced his work, including throughout the U.S., Europe, Alaska, Canada and Australia. De La Nuez’s artwork is collected by many well known celebrities and has been featured on countless television shows, including, to name a few:  VH1: Fabulous Life of: “The Latest in Billionaire Home Décor,” “Celebrity Apprentice,” “Inside Edition,” MTV “Cribs,” HGTV “Designer’s Challenge,” E! “Celebrity Favorites” and “TMZ: Michael Jackson’s Final Art Purchase.” Pop Land Publishing has just published his book, “Pop Americana: the Pop Art of Nelson De La Nuez” and his art is hanging in some of the most prestigious art collections in the country.  He is the official 70th Anniversary artist for the Wizard of Oz film and has created original artwork for the iconic movie, one of which, “Ditching Dorothy,” is forever immortalized on a limited edition sheet of US postage stamps. Nelson De La Nuez is a born iconoclast, whose artwork is difficult to categorize in one genre. It is contemporary, yet wickedly satirical, pop and surreal all blended together, as if a dream and a nightmare collided simultaneously. He contributes his art to charity auctions for a wide variety of causes, but the ones closest to his heart are those that help animals and children because he feels, "They are the innocent ones, who cannot speak for themselves."  He continues to raise money for charities through his artwork and appearances. Join my Official Face book Fan Page: Official Nelson De La Nuez Fan Page Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/kingofpopart