ABOUT KARLA

Born and raised in Tijuana, Mexico, Karla Preciado is an acrylic nature and landscape painter whose work captures the beauty and emotion of the natural world through expressive abstraction. She received her B.A. in Communications from Universidad Autónoma de Baja California but found her true passion for painting in 2007 when she and her family moved to Spain. Living on the southern coast of Andalucía, she took her first painting class and discovered a powerful new way to express her creativity.

Over the years, Karla has studied with multiple artists, including Nicholas Wilton in the Creative Visionary Program, where she developed a deep appreciation for abstraction. Her paintings blend bold color palettes, inspired by her Mexican heritage, with dynamic brushwork and rich layers of acrylic and mixed media, creating depth and vibrancy that invite viewers into her world. Her work evokes a sense of freedom, joy, and connection to nature, often taking the form of abstract landscapes, seascapes, and floral compositions.

Beyond her personal artistic journey, Karla has used her art as a platform for social awareness. She has collaborated with organizations like Red Binacional de Corazones to combat human trafficking in border communities and Fondo Para la Paz, where she sold out a collection of paintings to support indigenous communities in Mexico.

Currently residing in San Diego, Karla’s work has been exhibited in Spain and throughout Southern California. Her art continues to evolve, celebrating the ever-changing landscapes of both nature and imagination.