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ORIGINAL ART: PAPAGAYO MOSAICO By Kendall ‘Kech’ Valverde

6/4/2026

Original Art: Papagayo Mosaico Mural by Kendall Kech Valverde Playa Hermosa Guanacaste Costa Rica

Kech created this mural to bring color and interest to a central point in Playa Hermosa, where the main road and second beach entrance meet. Enthusiastic to explore a new technique, he found inspiration in the local community and the mosaic work that has been iconic to this town–find mosaics installed on beach tables, trash receptacles, signs, gate-houses, and in the homes and restaurants. A tribute to the artists, local initiatives, and community, this mural celebrates Costa Rica’s vibrant natural beauty and encourages us to continue to care for the land and sea.

The Garden Party Benefit this Sunday June 7th is a great opportunity to connect with the cause and support Playa Hermosa’s environmental initiatives. Join the fun at La Gaviota Tropical Jardines 4:00 -7:00 PM with live music, artists booths, silent auction, and raffle.

And the following weekend June 11th-14th you have a unique opportunity to witness murals in the making as forty artists transform Playas del Coco public spaces at the Summer Camp Graffiti Jam. Connect with Kech and the other artists Thursday evening at The Palms, watch them paint Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and the weekend will close with a celebration Sunday night at Zi’s. More event details are posted on their page: @SummerCampGraffitiJam

Originial Art: Papagayo Mosaico by Kendall Kech Valverde Street Art Public Mural Playa Hermosa Guanacaste Costa Rica

SUMMER CAMP GRAFFITI JAM ART FESTIVAL

5/23/2026

THURSDAY JUNE 11TH - SUNDAY JUNE 14TH
PLAYAS DEL COCO

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
WITH MORE THAN 40 ARTISTS

ORGANIZED BY KENDALL 'KECH' VALVERDE
SPONSORED BY LOOP COLORS & ARTOPIA

FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM FOR DETAILS:
@SUMMERCAMPGRAFFITIJAM

This art festival aims to transform public spaces with colorful and uplifting murals, showcase national talent, and integrate culture, youth, and environmental awareness in an inspiring experience of creative expression. The event kicks off Thursday evening with an artist meet-and-greet at The Palms Hotel. We are expecting more than forty artists, around 3/4 local to Costa Rica, and 1/4 coming from abroad. They will be painting Friday - Sunday at eight different walls within the Coco community: off Coco's main street by Ferretería San Carlos; on the road to Ocotal by Super New China, Los Cartagos, and Taco Rosado; and off of carretera la Chorrera the Pelícanos beach entrance, Cabinas Chale, and Hotel Puerta del Sol. The closing party will be at Zi Lounge Sunday evening with live DJs, MCs, and break-dancers. All activities are open to the public free of charge, but if you’d like to make a contribution to support this initiative and help it become a regular event in Coco, you may do so via Sinpe or Paypal, or at the opening and closing events. This festival is made possible with the sponsorship of Loop Colors and Artopia, and the generous support from local businesses and organizations receiving the artists including Anika Boutique Suites, Toro Blanco Hotel, The Palms Hotel, Hotel M&M Beach House, Hotel Colono Beach, Hotel La Puerta del Sol, Villa del Sol Boutique Hotel, Island Golf Cart Rentals, Ferretería San Carlos, ADICOCO, la Municipalidad de Carrillo, and La Asociación de Cultura.

TO DONATE: “Art Festival Donation”
SINPE: Kendall Valverde Centeno +506 8497 9285
PAYPAL: [email protected]

Summer Camp Graffiti Jam Art Festival Playas del Coco Costa Rica

Local & National artists:

Kech One (@kechgraffiti)
Roy Graffiti (@roy.graffiti.costa_rica)
Sole (@elsoloelsole)
Bey (@beygraff)
Berns (@berns.one)
Kamel (@kamel_arte_boruca)
Kien (@maskien)
Ted (@tedcr91)
Negus (@negus_artevida)
Wuak (@wuack139)
Stomp (@maostomp)
Mink (@mynk_mink139)
Souk (@marcosouk)
Dous (@dous_knack)
Yiyo (@vivograff)
Rody (@rody_arte)
Wopstar (@wopstar.139)
Comic (@comic.139)
Pressa (@pressagraff_)
Mr. Spoke (@mr.spoke1)
Pucho (@puchouno)
Designer Drug (@designerdrugartist)
Ms Vueltas (@msvueltas)
Fusek (@tropical.funk)
Stone (@stone.139)
Carlillos Just (@just.arts.cr)
Ayala (@ayala_muralista)
Piem (@piem506)
Carlos Hiller (@carloshillerartist)
Paula Riveros (@paulatinamente_arte)
Diana Pereira (@dipereiraink)

International artists:

Kwest (Canada - @kwest88)
Bribe (Canada - @scottanddestroy))
Hurae (Washington - @hometown_advantage)
Shisha (Washington - @wtf_is_shisha)
Hyper (Washington - @hyper.33)
Bleek (California - @bleek_cbs)
Gel Roc (California - @gelroc)
Tuesick (California - @tuesick))
Griffin One (California - @griffinone)
Trasso (Honduras - @trassone_444)
La Ratonera (Nicaragua - @la_ratonera_studio)
Veck (Nicaragua - @veck.16)

Original Art: Cangrejo Colorado

12/19/2025

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BY KENDALL 'KECH' VALVERDE

Colorful Crab Aerosol Art live painting local Artist Kech Kenall Valverde Playas del Coco, Costa Rica

Watching an artist work in aerosol can be captivating, seeing how shapes and layers come together, and how quickly we can witness an image transform. It draws our interest and attention, a unique look into an artist’s process and view. This large-scale work of vibrant color and sea life was painted live at a community event in the park. It measures 288 x 173 cm, aerosol on canvas. Contact Kech to coordinate a live painting experience. +506 8497 9285

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