Painting the Town

Aymaran architect Freddy Mamani Silvestre, a mostly self-taught Bolivian artist, has been gradually transforming the city of El Alto from a drab, boxy display of mid-century industrialism into a colorful, uplifting expression of his native heritage. 

His buildings —which house retail space, apartments, ballrooms, and even astro-turfed soccer fields— are intricately painted by hand. The designs are inspired by the vivid colors of Aymaran textiles, local flora and fauna, and ancient Tiwanaku architecture.

Read the full article and see the pictures on the Artsy website here: 
https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-architect-transforming-bolivian-city-colorful-hand-painted-designs