Camilo Restrepo
Camilo Restrepo is a Colombian artist and filmmaker whose work often reflects on themes of violence and identity within Colombian society. He has collaborated with director Nelson Carlo de los Santos Arias, providing inspiration for the film 'Pepe' through his artistic representation of hippos and their symbolic connection to Colombia's historical context. Restrepo's art and projects are known for their exploration of memory and the impact of conflict on personal and collective narratives.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Artist Camilo Restrepo presented hippo excrement in the form of bales as part of an exhibition.
Los hipopótamos de Pablo Escobar, 40 años de un grave problema ambiental | Internacional
Spain· 2025-12-20
Camilo Restrepo's work addresses addiction and drug trafficking through a series of tables.
la inesperada obra maestra del caleño Johan Samboni
Colombia· 2025-05-17
Camilo Restrepo is an artist whose sculpture inspired the creation of the character Pepe in the film.
el hipopótamo fugitivo de Pablo Escobar cuenta desde el más allá cómo fue su vida con el narco colombiano
Argentina· 2025-03-02
