Local Artist Captures Messi Mania with Stunning Hand-Painted Portraits

Monterrey, Mexico – Amidst the excitement surrounding Lionel Messi's recent match in Monterrey, a local artist is capturing attention with her unique hand-painted portraits of the soccer star. Carla Arenas, the artist, sets up her display of vibrant, pop-art style paintings just outside the stadium. "It's pop art," Arenas explains, "I love the colorful style." Her paintings, ranging in size and price from $900 to $5400, are all hand-painted, a detail that adds to their value. Arenas describes the challenges of the work, noting, "The eyes are the hardest part, requiring a very fine brush and a lot of concentration." The video's success on TikTok suggests a growing interest in her work, and it's a testament to the creative spirit thriving even amidst major sporting events.