From red donkeys to vibrant art: Fernando Dávila’s colorful journey as a colorblind painter
December 25, 2025
Fernando Dávila, a 72-year-old artist in Florida, paints vibrant works despite being colorblind. As a child in Colombia, he failed a drawing class for painting donkeys red. Now, he embraces color with the help of special glasses developed in the 1980s. Dávila initially painted in black and white due to his condition, which makes distinguishing colors difficult. He studied graphic design and has exhibited internationally, influenced by artists like Rembrandt. His work explores themes of duality and human relationships. Dávila continues to share his passion for art, saying color is vital to his life.