Tamarindo Studio Gallery
Established and emerging Costa Rican artists, art classes, and curated experiences in Tamarindo.
Artworks & New Acquisitions
Marcia Salas
Jimmy Downing Z
Alejandro Villalobos
A Fine Arts graduate in Painting and Printmaking from the University of Costa Rica, Marcia Salas boasts a distinguished career with 21 solo and 90 collective exhibitions. Her artistic excellence has been recognized with over ten national awards, including the Aquileo J. Echeverría National Prize in Printmaking and the Francisco Amighetti Award. With international presence, she has received accolades in Japan and Italy, and is also a co-founder of the Costa Rican Association of Visual Artists.
Jimmy D Zambrana is Latin America’s only Gyotaku Master, a title he earned in Japan under Grand Master Mineo Yamamoto. His work is a sophisticated fusion of traditional Japanese techniques and Costa Rican soul, refined through intensive studies with global experts like Chris Dewees and Dwight Hwang. A specialist in traditional sumi ink and advanced Urauchi mounting, Jimmy balances technical precision with deep environmental reverence. Recognized for his innovation in nature printing, he will be a featured instructor at the 2026 Nature Printing Society Workshop.
His creativity explores memory and surroundings through an expressive style rich in texture and color. Noted for his printmaking background and series like Paisaje Herido, the artist ponders the friction between nature and man. Internationally acclaimed at events like Art Miami and the Cuenca Biennial, he has won national awards and ICE honors. His works are part of esteemed collections, such as the Museum of Costa Rican Art and the Central Bank.
Juan Castillo
Fabiola De Ford
Fabio Herrera
Juan Castillo is a Costa Rican fine artist based in Turrialba, specializing in Naif art using acrylics. His work stems from cherished childhood memories at Hacienda Florencia, translating rural scenes of oxcarts and trains into vibrant, color-filled canvases. As a self-taught painter, Juan perfected his distinctive style following years of artistic exploration in San José. His creations, recognized both nationally and internationally, have been showcased in Israeli galleries and various competitions, establishing him as a pivotal figure in the visual documentation of Costa Rican rural life experiences.
Fabiola de Ford explores the human experience and identity through color, gesture, and layered textures. Each piece is a visual reflection of emotions, memories, and the constant search for balance between chaos and harmony.
Born in 1954, Fabio Herrera is a celebrated Costa Rican visual artist. He refined his craft in Barcelona and San José before co-founding the visionary Bocaracá Group. With a career spanning five decades, he holds the distinction of being the sole Central American artist represented in New York’s MoMA.
Artistic Development
Exclusive Monthly Workshop
Coming Soon!
"Learn to see the dry forest like an artist"
Explore the landscapes, biodiversity, culture and history of Guanacaste through the language of art, to create meaningful artwork inspired by Costa Rica's unique dry forest ecosystem while having a glass of wine to celebrate inspiration!
Art for Kids
Come explore fun workshops designed to spark your child's creativity right here in Tamarindo. We offer a happy space where kids grow their imagination in cozy small groups. Join our After-School Creative Studio every Thursday and Friday, 4- 5:45 pm, or sign up for Creative Kids Night, Monday through Wednesday, 7-9 pm.
Saturday Night Wine & Art
7-9 PM. A relaxed adult workshop....
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The Studio Agenda
Representation and Curatorial Mission
Tamarindo Studio Gallery is dedicated to the representation and promotion of Costa Rican artists, both established and emerging. Our curatorial mission centers on elevating national talent, offering a space where the art of Costa Rica dialogues with a global audience in the heart of Tamarindo.
Connect in Tamarindo
Discover our workshops and gallery in the heart of Tamarindo.
Calle Central, Tamarindo Studio Gallery
Guanacaste, Costa Rica, 50309
+506 87542120
tamarindostudiogallery@gmail.com
Monday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Book an Art Experience
Whether you're looking for children's creative sessions or adult art workshops, our studio in Tamarindo offers a unique space to explore your creativity. Inquire today to reserve your workshop.