Political conversations about Venezuela often happen at a distance. They are framed through policy language or media shorthand, rarely through individual voices shaped by lived experience.
Super Buddha approaches the subject from a different position. He is a Venezuelan artist who has said that his involvement in the Hispanic Prosperity Gala at Mar-a-Lago stems directly from his background. He was chosen not just because of his art but also because of his perspective on how Trump’s actions are “truly affecting and benefiting the Venezuelans.”
On February 10, 2026, Buddha painted live on the red carpet at the event. The finished work was auctioned that same evening with half of the proceeds donated to St. Jude.
For Buddha, the painting is not commentary from the sidelines. It is a statement about alignment. He has described the artwork as being “about peace through unity,” tying that theme to what he believes Trump is doing for Hispanics living under oppressive political systems.
The symbolism is intentional. The central figure is a white horse, which Buddha has called a symbol of strength and hope. The image is meant to speak beyond any one country. He has said the work is dedicated not only to Venezuela, but also to people in Iran and other nations experiencing what he described as tyranny and oppression.
Text embedded in the piece references liberation, faith, and resilience. These elements are not decorative. They function as direct signals to the audience Buddha expects to encounter. The painting is designed to be read as well as seen.
By working in public, Buddha removes distance between the artist, the subject, and the audience. The process becomes part of the meaning.
