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Welcome to RAMA-AZUL

Rama Azul is the creative home of artist John "Gonzo" Gonzalez. A nickname earned on the lacrosse field as a young athlete, "Gonzo" has transitioned from a teammate’s call to an artist’s signature. After a long corporate career, John picked up the brush in his 50s to explore themes of resilience and the warmth of human connection. His work serves as a vibrant reminder to his children—and the world—that it is never too late to try something new. We are thrilled to share this journey of heartfelt storytelling with you.

Creating art since 2020

  • Torch Passing Under Amherst Stars

    2026
    Oil on Canvas
    Original 30×40
    Commemorative piece for UMass Lacrosse Program.
    Coach Greg Cannella’s retirement and Coah Kyle Smith’s appointment as the new and fourth caretaker of the program.

    Limited Edition
    Painting depicting a group of people, including Native Americans and lacrosse players, gathered on a sports field at night with a large crowd in the background. Lacrosse equipment and apples are scattered around, with a person in the center holding a torch and a drink, celebrating with others.

  • Lake Show Legacy

    2025
    Oil on Canvas
    Original: 48” x 60”
    Original is at Northwestern University
    Evanston, IL

    A vibrant sports-themed mural celebrating the Northwestern women's lacrosse team winning a championship. It features players holding a trophy, team members performing on the field, and a large portrait of a coach. The background depicts the New York City skyline, lakes, and fireworks. The mural includes fans, team banners, and various sporting scenes.

  • Anas Mai

    2025

    Oil on Canvas
    Original: 24”x30”

    Displayed at “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the
    Sea Cliff, NY Library in 2025.

    Limited Edition
    A painting of a beach scene with a sandy shore, a small green bush on the left, calm blue ocean and sky with wispy clouds, and two figures in the distance near the water, one holding a red umbrella or cloth.

  • Tango Cachaco

    2025
    Oil on Canvas
    Original: 22”x28”

    Displayed at “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the
    Sea Cliff, NY Library in 2025.

    Limited Edition
    A painting of a couple dancing on a cobblestone street in a city neighborhood with historic buildings. Several onlookers watch from the sidelines, some standing and others sitting on the ground.

  • Colores de Cartagena

    2025
    Oil on Canvas
    Original: 18”x24”

    Displayed at “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the
    Sea Cliff, NY Library in 2025.

    Limited Edition
    Painting of a joyful woman in colorful traditional clothing dancing on a cobblestone street, with a bowl of fruit on her head and buildings in the background.

  • Baggataway Saloon

    2025
    Oil on Canvas
    Original: 20” x 24”
    Displayed at “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the
    Sea Cliff, NY Library in 2025.

    Limited Edition

  • Medicine Game Keepers

    2025
    Oil on Canvas
    Original: 24×30

    Displayed at “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the
    Sea Cliff, NY Library in 2025.

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  • Fields of Friendly Strife

    2023
    Acrylic on Canvas
    Original: 24” x 36”
    Displayed at “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the Sea Cliff, NY Library in 2025. Original is hanging at Army Lacrosse Office, West Point, NY

    Limited Edition
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  • Catch a Thrill on Boyden Hill

    2021
    Acrylic on Pinewood
    Original: 19” x 36’
    Print displayed at “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the Sea Cliff, NY Library in 2025.
    Original is hanging at UMass-Amherst

    Limited Edition
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  • Sunset at the Park

    2022
    Acrylic on Canvas
    Original: 24” x 36”

    Displayed at “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the
    Sea Cliff, NY Library in 2025.

    Limited Edition

  • Winter Skate

    2024
    Acrylic on Canvas
    Original: 16” x 20”

    Displayed at “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the
    Sea Cliff, NY Library in 2025.

    no reproductions available

  • Sailing 1

    2023
    Acrylic on Canvas
    Original: 9” x 11”

    Sailboat in Hempstead Harbor
    Sea Cliff, NY - Original in residence NYC

    no reproductions available

  • Frutas y Gallinas

    2021
    Acrylic on Canvas
    Original: 18” x 24”

    Displayed at “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the
    Sea Cliff, NY Library in 2025.

    Limited Edition
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  • City Girl in Huila - 1967

    2020
    Acrylic on Birchwood
    Original: 11” x 14”

    Original is part of the “Colombia to Sea Cliff” Art Show at the Sea Cliff, NY Library going on from June-August 2025.

    no reproductions available

  • Lakeville Park Legend

    2021
    Acrylic on Canvas
    Original: 18” x 24”

    Original is hanging in Tampa Bay, FL

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    no reproductions available

  • Silverback

    2024
    Acrylic on Canvas
    Original: 18”x24”

    Commemorative artwork in honor of Coach Greg Cannella’s 30-years as Head Coach of the UMass Men’s Lacrosse.
    Original hanging in residence in Hadley, MA

    No reproductions available

  • Dream Big Marco

    2024
    Acrylic on Canvas
    Original: 11 x 14”
    Original hanging in residence in Bayville, NY

  • Lolo's Light

    2024
    Oil on Canvas
    Original: 18”x24”
    Original hanging in residence in Chicago, IL

  • RAMA-AZUL

    2020
    Acrylic on Teakwood

    Joshua Tree, CA

  • Four Seasons

    2020

    Acrylic and wood burning on reclaimed wood.
    Folk art of Sea Cliff.

  • No Han

    2018

    Digital photo
    In front of Ai WeiWei’s
    “Dropping a Han Dynasty Urn” (1995)

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