This spectacular shark by Luis Pablo looks as if it has just surged out of icy northern waters. Its sleek body is carved in a dynamic curve, and the open mouth with bright pink gums and perfectly carved teeth gives it an expressive, almost theatrical presence.
The painting is a powerful tribute to Northwest Coast Indigenous art—bold blocks of black, white, and layered blues create stylized eyes, fins, and abstract totemic forms that flow seamlessly along the body. The crisp lines and negative space are handled with masterful precision, so every angle presents a different graphic composition, from the fin details to the patterns on the tail.
It’s a striking crossover piece: the traditional Oaxacan woodcarving technique reinterpreted through a northern coastal aesthetic. This shark is modern, graphic, and full of character, designed to stand out in any serious folk art display.
