Please join us for a talk with Brocha Silvestre as he shares what he learned about our bio-diverse world during his time living in Bolivia and how this influenced his artistic practices and inspired his current works in Jaguar Moon. Brocha Silvestre, the moniker for Mariano Arrien-Gomez, is a muralist, illustrator, and artivist, who gravitates towards street art as a form of communication about the importance of wildlife and environmental conservation. Originally from D.C., he has spent most of the last decade in Bolivia learning from biologists and researchers about one of the most bio-diverse places on earth. After partnering with many conservationist organizations and projects, he has adopted the Jaguar (Panthera onca) as his muse.

During this discussion, Brocha Silvestre will demonstrate some of his painting practices. Linger afterwards to meet fellow art lovers and to explore the exhibit.

View more of Brocha Silvestre’s work at Brochaone.com and on Instagram @Brochasilvestre .

Guild51 Gallery is located in Suite 300 of the building. Please note 1636 Connecticut Avenue has two entrance doors. Please use the entrance door next to the smoothie and juice bar. For access, please enter 03 in the phone directory in the building’s vestibule, and once admitted, please take the elevator to the third floor.