VOICED : La fiebre por Pablo Escobar vive a traves del oleo en Medellin

Wilson Rojas, a Colombian painter, has found a profitable niche creating oil portraits of Pablo Escobar. Despite having previously painted figures like Bob Marley and John Lennon, the demand has shifted towards the infamous drug lord. Rojas operates in Medellín, selling several Escobar portraits monthly, mostly to international clients. Although criticized for glorifying Escobar, Rojas maintains a neutral stance. Escobar's legacy in Colombia is complex, marked by both cunning strategies and violent acts during the 1980s and 1990s.

What shift in subject matter has Wilson Rojas experienced in his paintings?

• From historical figures to modern celebrities

• From landscapes to abstract art

• From famous musicians to Pablo Escobar

• From wildlife to cityscapes

Where does Wilson Rojas primarily sell his paintings?

• In a gallery in Bogotá

• At international art fairs

• Online through an art website

• In an exclusive park in Medellín

What is the price range for Rojas' commissioned portraits?

• $50 to $60

• $80 to $90

• $200 to $250

• $120 to $130

Who primarily desires the portraits of Pablo Escobar?

• Local businesses

• Tourists

• Colombians

• Art collectors

How is Pablo Escobar's legacy viewed in Colombia?

• As a national hero

• With mixed opinions

• As a forgotten figure

• With universal admiration