Born in Madrid in 1956, Romero obtained a degree in sculpture at the Faculty of Fine Arts of San Fernando, graduating in 1982 when the necessity of earning a living soon led him to paint portraits on the streets of Spain’s coastal towns, as well as in Ibiza and Tenerife. His semi-nomadic lifestyle gradually pulled him away from sculpture, which requires a fixed studio space, and towards pastel - a medium that allowed for both flexibility and expressive immediacy. By 1987, he had settled on the Costa Brava, where the luminous Mediterranean light profoundly influenced his approach to colour and atmosphere.
Romero considers himself a classical artist, drawing inspiration from the great masters of the 17th century, particularly Rembrandt and Velázquez, whom he regards as the culmination of the artistic journey begun in the Renaissance. He also admires ancient Greek sculpture, particularly the Parthenon pediments by Phidias, which he sees as a pinnacle of artistic tradition. While some may associate his work with Impressionism, he is careful to distinguish himself from the movement, acknowledging its liberation of light and colour but insisting that drawing remains at the heart of his work. He aligns himself more with artists who embraced both the structure of drawing and the vibrancy of colour.
Romero’s work is a seamless blend of classical influence and contemporary sensibility. Over the years, it has been exhibited in prestigious galleries and museums worldwide, earning him a dedicated following of collectors and art enthusiasts. With each piece, he continues his pursuit of internal and external beauty, capturing fleeting moments of grace and emotion that resonate far beyond the canvas.
