Medium: Procreate, Year: 2023

Description: Biscoito Globo is an illustration that strays away from my traditional style. Crafted in Procreate with a singular studio brush technique, it presents the brief of "The Beach Culture of Rio de Janeiro". This artwork embodies the bustling atmosphere of Ipanema beach, home to the bossa nova classic The Girl from Ipanema. The main figure is a beach vendor, selling Biscoito Globo and the traditional Mate drink, quintessential staples along Ipanema. The short wavy brush strokes incorporate music notes, alluding to the city's rich Samba culture, while the bright colors echo the lively Carioca spirit. In the background, the Dois Irmãos rock formation stands as a majestic backdrop. A coconut water (águas de coco) stand, a beach shower, and the Botafogo football shirt (black and white) also help to capture the essence of Rio’s beach culture.