About

Welcome.  My name is Diego Romo and I am an artist, however, I haven’t always followed the path of an artist.  As a kid I knew I had a gift for drawing, but the influence that school had on me convinced me that art wasn’t very important.  My talent was treated as more of a fun ability, but nothing to take too seriously.  The lack of support led me to follow other paths, and throughout the years I tried many different jobs and careers trying to find my place. I worked for a few large corporations and even ran my own motorcycle parts retail store, but nothing felt right.  The idea that I had been sold about getting into a job and sacrificing your time for a paycheck didn’t feel natural to me. I dreaded being stuck indoors in front of a screen all day, I was missing out on life, and I knew I had so much more to offer.  After many years of self doubt, I finally took the leap and accepted my purpose as an artist, which has been a truly transformative experience.  

My artworks are inspired by my love of going on outdoor adventures. I feel most at home when I am out in the wild, observing the rhythm of life,  having unique, dynamic experiences and seeing the fascinating intricacies and connections of nature.  I draw inspiration from places that I visit, and have found great joy in consciously observing beauty in the world.  Recording my experiences through painting and drawing has not only taught me about my surroundings, but also about myself.  I realized that throughout our lives we are constantly being tempted and distracted in many directions that lead to dead ends. I believe that through art, or a similar creative endeavor, is a way to find freedom in your authentic self.