Florida-born artist Rodolfo Jimenez’s tropical paintings developed from his travels to Italy, Greece and South America. The oldest of seven children, Jimenez was raised by his musically gifted parents who came to the United States from Cuba in the 1950s. When he was 17, he worked on a fishing boat to help support his family financially, a fortuitous move that gave him the opportunity to travel abroad. Recognized as a natural artist, Jimenez's work is highly regarded today for its fresh perspective, beautiful tropical designs and symmetry.

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