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How Fábio Gomes Turns Trees into Hair: Stunning Murals in Trindade (8 Photos)

June 18, 2025
By Vidar

In Trindade, Brazil, artist Fábio Gomes creates beautiful murals that inspire people all over the world.

He mixes his detailed portraits with real trees, making his art feel alive and connected to nature. Fábio says his experience as a construction worker helped him learn how to get proportions just right, which lets him match his paintings perfectly with the surroundings.

Being a street artist in Brazil isn’t easy, with high costs and little support, but Fabio’s art is now famous worldwide. For more by him follow his Instagram!

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A stunning mural by Fábio Gomes Trindade in Goiás, Brazil, depicting the face of a young Black girl with a radiant smile, her resting hand supporting her chin. The girl's afro is seamlessly integrated with vibrant, blooming magenta bougainvillea flowers from a nearby tree, creating a breathtaking blend of natural and painted elements. The backdrop features warm orange and yellow tones, enhancing the contrast and warmth of the artwork.

“Although I don’t consider myself a Black activist, I always wanted to portray Black women with their natural beauty in a majestic way. The beauty of Black women always enchanted me, and I work hard to pay a beautiful homage to all Black women,” – Fábio Gomes Trindade

“Being a construction worker helped me to increase my sense of proportion. I used to show my art to my colleague, and they always said ‘Hey Fabio, go for it. You are a natural-born artist.’” – Fábio Gomes Trindade

A beautiful mural by Fábio Gomes Trindade in Goiás, Brazil, portraying a young Black girl with a confident smile, framed by a vibrant green tree that forms her afro. The girl wears a yellow headband and hoop earrings, with pink floral patterns on the wall background. The fusion of natural greenery and painted art creates a harmonious and striking visual.

“Being an artist in Brazil is not easy, and it is even harder for street artists. We don’t have support from investors, and it is not cheap to buy materials to perform those artworks. But I’m confident that my art is going please many people around the world.” – Fábio Gomes Trindade

A captivating mural by Fábio Gomes Trindade in Goiás, Brazil, featuring the portrait of a young Black girl with a thoughtful expression, her finger resting on her lips. Her afro blends beautifully with a cascade of magenta bougainvillea flowers from a tree above. The artwork is enriched with vibrant details, including a sunflower and green leaf in the background, emphasizing the connection between nature and art.

“I am really happy and surprised about the positive reactions to my artwork. This inspires me to keep doing what I love to do and making a living off it,” – Fábio Gomes Trindade

A vibrant mural by Fábio Gomes Trindade in Goiás, Brazil, showcasing a young Black girl with a calm, steady gaze. Her afro is creatively represented by a lush bush of yellow and orange blossoms, blending nature seamlessly with the painted portrait. The turquoise wall background and clear blue sky add a refreshing contrast, making the artwork radiate warmth and vitality.
A stunning mural by Fábio Gomes Trindade in Trindade, Brazil, honoring Rihanna. The artwork features a detailed portrait of Rihanna with her afro seamlessly integrated into the lush greenery of a large tree above. The vibrant background includes blue skies and nature-inspired elements, perfectly blending art and the environment.
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A mural by Fábio Gomes Trindade in Trindade, Brazil, featuring the portrait of a Black woman with a serene expression. Her afro is creatively extended using the lush foliage of a tree above the wall. The vibrant background includes orange and teal hues, blending the artwork harmoniously with its environment.
A vibrant mural by Fábio Gomes Trindade in Trindade, Brazil, featuring a portrait of a young child with braided hair and gentle curls framing their face. The background incorporates vivid tropical elements, such as green leaves and orange shapes, with the afro creatively extended using lush greenery above the wall. The bright colors and intricate details create a lively, harmonious blend of nature and art.

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