You can see the heartbreak in Ortiz’s 2014 painting “Explosive”, one of the first entries in his ever-expanding series "Explosive Nature." Painted in the wake of losing his brother in a tragic accident, deep red streaks cut across the canvas to create a dramatic backdrop. But you can also see the painter’s love, not only for his family, but in the attention to the wilds of his childhood home. Brilliantly colored birds, hidden huts and the unique native fauna of Colombia emerge at the center of his work. Those carefully detailed snapshots of life, overrun with color, is what’s so engaging about Ortiz’ work.
“Images can speak to me, either my own or my friends.’ If something makes me smile, laugh or feel expression, I want to know the story behind it.”

Don’t confuse concrete paint with epoxy coatings, which are typically two-component resin-based systems that chemically bond with the concrete. Epoxy coatings are not as easy to apply as paint and they cost more per square foot, but they often are more durable and wear-resistant, making them a good choice for garage floors and other high-traffic surfaces.
Painting the exterior of your home can be an arduous and time consuming task. But if you are one of the many homeowners who are contemplating whether the cost of painting your exterior walls is worth it- the answer is YES! Because the benefits of painting your home’s exterior go beyond improving its aesthetics. It can also fight off health risks, promotes good indoor air quality and completely changes the aura of your house.