Artist Visit – Corina del Carmel: Art, Nature, and Shared Vision

We were honored to recently welcome Corina del Carmel to Las Casas de la Selva, 18 Feb – 7th March 2025. A prolific Mexican surrealist painter, Corina brings a vibrant blend of cultural reflection, mysticism, and ecological sensitivity to her art practice. Her visit was a deeply enriching moment for us—an exchange between creative minds rooted in nature and engaged with the world.

Corina’s paintings often reflect her birthplace in Mexico, layered with a sociopolitical consciousness shaped by her experience as an emigrant to California. Over the years, her work has expanded into inner and mystical realms, influenced by her life in the Sierra Nevada mountains, where she maintains her permanent studio surrounded by forest and garden.

As an avid gardener and seasoned traveler, Corina has woven together life and art across borders, cultures, and landscapes. Her multicultural perspective resonates strongly with our work here in the rainforest, where conservation, community, and creative expression intersect every day.

Her visit sparked thoughtful conversation about land, spirit, and sustainability. We’re grateful for the time she spent with us, and we look forward to continuing the dialogue between forest-based and studio-based practices—each rooted in deep observation and care.

To learn more about Corina del Carmel and explore her extraordinary body of work, stay tuned—we’ll be sharing more soon.

Here are some images from her stay in Puerto Rico.