Dalia Garcia

Music paints a picture, colors sing. Bold, vibrant colors for me are emotional synonyms for happiness and exhilaration. Each color and color combination evokes a different level of emotion. I use acrylic paint on canvas with varied brush techniques to create an easy, energetic vibe. Influenced by my diverse experiences in different cultures, I share my dream world. My expressionistic-style paintings explore the peaceful harmonious relationship between nature, people and the power of color, shape, and movement. My focus is that gift of childlike wonder, that pulls at the heart strings and enkindles the imagination. We’re bombarded all day long with news and information, mostly negative. I choose to unplug, live in the now, and hone in on the optimism, playfulness and serenity of a simple, beautiful moment.

My Story 

Hi, I’m Dalia. An American painter and bilingual singer/songwriter. I grew up in Madrid, Spain and Irmo, South Carolina. I have now lived in Nashville, Tennessee for over 25 years. I’m a graduate of University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts in Art Studio and former Miss South Carolina. As a U.S. military brat, I grew up traveling  like a modern nomad. In Europe, for seven years, I was surrounded by all types of cultures, art and architecture. Lucky to have many passions, music took me around the world, singing backup and a duet with Julio Iglesias. I also landed two record deals, one with Universal Music, and have performed with numerous bands over the years. With a sketch book in hand, and painting whenever possible, I was never far away from my art. I’ve always thought of visual art and music as co-existing. In 2012, I created the artwork for an album. That inspired the painting style I call, “In Living Color.” After years on the road, only painting part time, the moment was right for my artwork to take center stage. The Pandemic allowed me the time to focus solely on my art. I went wild painting, letting my imagination and passion roam free. Since immersing myself in the artworld these last few years, I’ve had the amazing opportunity to exhibit a good bit around Nashville and surrounding cities. I’ve been selling paintings, doing commission pieces and murals. Always excited to explore all the possibilities and opportunities that come my way and enjoying my roller coaster journey!

Curriculum Vitae

 Exhibitions/Press

2022 - 2023 - Solo Exhibition at the engine fueled by Ankara, 2963 Sidco Drive, Nashville TN

2022 - Mentor for Mural Project for Hispanic Heritage Month at Watkins Collage of Art, Belmont University  

2022 - Artist of The Week, October 10 - 16, at the historic - The Nashville Sign Billboard

2022 - Part of the Inaugural Exhibition “Voices of Nashville” at the Soundwaves Gallery inside the Nashville SC Stadium at GEODIS Park  through the 2022 season, Nashville, TN  

2022 - One of five finalist for the mural painting inside the Nashville SC Stadium at GEODIS Park, Nashville, TN

2021 - Featured in NashvilleVoyager Magazine -  https://nashvillevoyager.com/interview/rising-stars-meet-dalia-garcia-of-old-hickory/

2021 - Group  Exhibition of Contemporary Latin and Hispanic American Artists, Celebration Creative  Voices, Creative  Visions, MTSU, Todd Hall,  Murfreesboro, TN

2021 - Two Person Exhibition, Rhythm &  Resonance: expressionism in stereo, Murfreesboro City Hall Rotunda, Murfreesboro, TN

2020 - Virtual Greenway Art Festival, Murfreesboro, TN

2020 - Group  Exhibition,  Women’s Suffrage Education Form Through Art and Discussion, Bradley Academy Museum, Murfreesboro, TN

2016 – Commission Mural of Venice, Italy in Marina Del Rey, CA

2007 - Solo Exhibition, College of Engineering, Miami University, Oxford, OH

2004 – Commission Mural Columbia, SC

2004 -  Two Person  Exhibition, Hispanic Heritage Month with Gil Veda, Metropolitan Nashville Public Library, Nashville, TN

2003 - Group  Exhibition, Contemporary Hispanic Art (Jairo Prado) presented by Madison Art Center , Madison, TN

2002 - Artwork selected by Tennessee  Jazz & Blues Society 30 Year Anniversary T-shirt, Nashville, TN

1995 – Commission Mural in Nolensville, TN

Education 

University of South Carolina Bachelor of Arts in Art Studio