Ivan Benavides grew up near the South Texas coast. It was an environment that gave him a deep appreciation for nature.
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It’s one of the reasons he creates functional art with locally salvaged wood.
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His ability to find beauty in the imperfect has made him one of the most iconic artists in the region.
You can take a look at some of Ivan’s work on his Instagram
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