Woman with long hair holding a dog, sitting at a crafting table with tools, beads, and sewing materials.

Lys Santamaria

legends portrait artist

Colombian-born Austin artist, Lys Santamaria, is inspired by her roots, her love of nature, and the healing power of art. Lys uses beads and glass to create awe-inspiring portraits, sculptures, and jewelry. Her work is rooted in the belief that beauty acts as an antidote to the tough realities of daily life. Art heals, and Lys works to inspire others with her art. Santamaria’s work has been featured on Good Morning America, a national LegalZoom campaign, and Austin Monthly magazine. Her work is sold at the Smithsonian’s Museum for the American Latino and is on display in the permanent collection at the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas.

Website LysSantamaria.com

Instagram @lys.artist

Mosaic artwork depicting a face with colorful geometric tiles and a radiant halo-like background.
Mosaic portrait of a person with dark hair and a light green background, surrounded by art supplies.
Colorful mosaic portrait of a woman with a checkerboard headband and green background, set in a stone frame.
Mosaic artwork of a smiling person with a blue headscarf