“Sabor a Mí” is a collection of some of my favorite Mexican and Latinx snacks, food and beverages. Without a doubt, the nostalgic packaging used for these products attracts and holds my attention. The packaging is iconic, and converting these images to oversized paintings is how I honor and memorialize their place in pop culture.

Although “sabor” literally translates to the sensory taste of something, it also reflects the character we possess or our “gustos” — the things we like.

These paintings reflect everyday life and are frequently the highlights of my day. Whether starting my day with a concha and a hot cup of Café Bustelo, or treating myself to a brightly-colored, sugar-loaded sweet, each product included in this exhibit sparks happiness and nostalgia in my life.

David Amoroso was born, abandoned and adopted in Philadelphia, PA. He developed a sense of independence at a young age and began working as a photographer while still in secondary school. His photography and design skills were further developed while earning an AAS in Commercial Art at Northern Virginia Community College.

After spending a summer in Mexico and Guatemala, David began painting in order to capture the energy he did not feel in static photos. This led to a series of successful exhibits, which motivated him to focus on painting, linocuts, screen printing and other mediums to convey his artistic vision.

He actively participates in community and educational programing to demonstrate and promote his art. He has worked and exhibited in the DC Metro area, California, Mexico, Central and South America.