Camilo Martinez is a Colombian expressionist artist and musician whose work is a testament to resilience, self-exploration, and healing. With a career spanning music, visual arts, and digital design, he has continuously evolved, using art as a bridge between personal transformation and creative expression.

A lifelong musician, Camilo’s passion for rhythm and melody began in his hometown, playing in local bands such as Madresanta and Micosonica, before becoming a bass player for Los De Adentro (LDA) on the Volver a Amar Tourand co-founding the rock band Rocksito. His journey in the music industry led him to expand into digital design and e-commerce, collaborating with artists such as Naty Botero, Los De Adentro, Fanny Lu, and Gustavo Cerati. His creative expertise took him from Bogotá to Barranquilla, where he spent four years as an entrepreneur, founding BAQ CrossFit—the first certified CrossFit box in the city. In pursuit of new opportunities, he later moved with his family to Miami, where he played a key role in Aeropost Marketplace’s UI development and spearheaded PriceSmart’s e-commerce expansion across Latin America.

Despite his success, the demands of the corporate world led Camilo back to his true calling—art. His work explores mental health, trauma, and self-reinvention, often expressed through his signature Joe Hueso series and surreal portraits. His paintings blend nostalgia, symbolism, and pop culture, turning personal experiences into powerful narratives that invite reflection and connection.

In 2021, an unexpected fire destroyed his studio, erasing years of artwork and music. Rather than seeing it as an end, Camilo embraced it as a catalyst for reinvention. He channeled his emotions into painting and music, using creativity as a tool for healing and renewal. From the ashes, his piece “The Melted Trooper” emerged—a lasting symbol of resilience, transformation, and the unbreakable spirit of an artist.

Now based in Miami, Camilo continues to push creative boundaries, exploring the intersection of art, music, and emotional well-being. His latest project, the Joe Hueso illustrated book series, delves into themes of burnout, healing, and self-discovery, offering hope to those navigating their own journeys.

Through his art, music, and storytelling, Camilo Martinez shares a deeply personal yet universal message: from adversity comes renewal, and through creativity, we find light.