Sofia Zahara Vera’s portraits and paintings are grounded in a deep fascination with the human spirit — its strength, fragility, and complexity. Working with a balance of realism and expressive color, her practice captures more than likeness; it seeks to reveal the inner worlds of her subjects. Each piece reflects her background in fine arts and fashion design, where attention to detail, form, and texture become vehicles for storytelling. From intimate portraits to larger narrative works, Vera’s paintings transform personal and cultural experiences into visual meditations on identity, memory, and resilience.