About the Artist

Hi, I’m Chesy Amaranta! I’m a queer female immigrant from Venezuela. I am an abstract multimedia artist, licensed professional counselor, music therapist, and yoga teacher.

Creative expression is one of my favorite ways of meditating and calming body and mind. My at-home art studio has been a refuge of peace, self-discovery, and growth-- a needed balance from my work as a trauma therapist and a fast-paced society that values other kinds of productivity.

This brand highlights many parts of myself, such as my love for thrifting. You can see this reflected in the large array of reused materials I utilize - reducing my footprint while bringing a new life to old paintings and household items.

Arte Amaranta was born out of my excitement to share my creations with friends, family, and community members at local markets in Philadelphia, where I have been based for the past decade. I am excited to share this new chapter with you all - with expanded offerings and creative applications of my paintings.