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This mixed media piece captures the raw tension and anticipation of a moment on the brink. The hand, poised and steady, contrasts against the rugged texture of the holstered weapon, evoking the timeless imagery of courage and control in a fleeting second. Rendered with expressive strokes and earthy tones, The Draw invites viewers into the drama of decision and action, where every detail speaks of preparation and presence. Papayon’s distinctive style brings life to this portrayal of stillness amidst intensity.
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May 14, 2025
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Dec 03, 2024
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Figurative painting shaped by tension, irony, and spiritual resilience. Work that resists easy answers and unfolds through quiet intensity. Papayon (Roberto F. Salmon) is a U.S.-born Latin American contemporary artist based in Houston, TX. Working across oil, encaustic, cyanotype, and mixed media, his practice engages themes of trauma, faith, and personal reinvention through heavily worked surfaces and open-ended symbolism. His work has been exhibited at the Museo de Arte de Sonora (MUSAS), The Kennedy, and the Chelsea Museum District, and is available through Artsy and Artsper.
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Born in 1980 in Tucson, Arizona. Currently residing in Houston, TX, USA.
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Xico Inc Aesthetic Amarchy Tucson.com 4th Avenue Street Fair El Imparcial Press - Estilos Papayon Interview Consulate interview Little Rock, Arkansas La Persistencia del Necio 88.1 Radio Station - La voz del Pitic Papayon Interview Ida y Vuelta TV interview Must see arts events for July in metro Phoenix include tapestries, plays and high fashion. The Artist Stoop: Papayon Interview Tucson.com 4th Avenue Street Fair El Imparcial - Estilos - Magazine interview Ida y Vuelta TV interview Consulate interview Little Rock, Arkansas Viva la Irresestance, Solo Exhibition Interview The Artist Scoop interview Tucson.com 4ht Avenue Winter Art Fest AZ Central - Must see Arts events in Metro Phoenix 88.1 Radio Station - La voz del Pitic Papayon Interview Cafe Cultural Phoenix, AZ Consulate Interview Papayon Media Alert-Vivid Visions
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Solo Exhibitions
Sep 5, 2022 - Sep 6, 2022
Oct 23, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Aug 18, 2024 - Aug 20, 2024
Jul 20, 2024 - Jul 21, 2024
Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Jan 21, 2023 - Apr 21, 2023
May 17, 2025 - May 20, 2025
Dec 1, 2022 - Jan 21, 2023
Jun 20, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024
Aug 5, 2021
Aug 22, 2024 - Sep 24, 2024
Group Exhibitions
Sep 5, 2022 - Sep 6, 2022
Oct 23, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Aug 18, 2024 - Aug 20, 2024
Jul 20, 2024 - Jul 21, 2024
Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Jan 21, 2023 - Apr 21, 2023
May 17, 2025 - May 20, 2025
Dec 1, 2022 - Jan 21, 2023
Jun 20, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024
Aug 5, 2021
Aug 22, 2024 - Sep 24, 2024
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3+ Solo Shows
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