Waldemar De Lima, a Brazilian painter and instructor, developed a passion for art in his youth, influenced by Bolivian artists and the Amazonian landscape. After moving to Portugal in 2008, he studied under Duran Castaibert, mastering various artistic techniques.

As founder and professor at the Duran Castaibert School of Drawing and Painting in Brazil, he teaches a broad range of media and art principles. De Lima's expressive works have been exhibited internationally, including in Rome, Tunisia, and Vienna. Now living in the U.S., he continues to share his knowledge and inspire others through his art. His motto: "Always learn, pass on knowledge, and share my work with more people."