South Florida's most famous artist is about to be honored in a very big way.
Romero Britto, now known around the world for his art, will share it with an even bigger audience as his art comes to life at Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro.
His art decorates our landscape. You can't escape the color.
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Romero Britto has left his mark on South Florida and the world -- paintings, sculptures, cars, even a line of collectables now sold at Bed, Bath & Beyond.
Britto is wildly successful. His art is now sold in galleries in more than 100 countries. He has painted presidents, celebrities, even royalty.
But with all of his successes so far in his life, his greatest achievement is about to be realized.
This weekend, Britto will be celebrated in Brazil, at the country's biggest celebration: Carnaval.
"I got an invitation from the school of samba. They said they wanted to make homage of my work," Britto said. "I was thrilled, and I couldn't believe it. Carnaval in Brazil is the biggest cultural event in the country."
It will truly be full circle for Britto.
He was born in poverty in Brazil, one of nine children raised by a single mother.
The once-struggling artist who gained fame in Miami, now returns to Brazil as a pop art icon and will watch as 4,000 performers bring his art to life.
It will be a spectacular production -- big, bold and bright.
"There will be thousands of people dressed up. There will be huge floats," Britto said. "It's hard to describe in words. I'm very appreciative. I'm very thankful."
Britto has worked for more than a year getting ready for this weekend's event. No detail has been overlooked. And Sunday night is show time!
"To do this in Brazil is, like, wow -- incredible," Britto said.
Here are some more incredible numbers to consider:
In Brazil alone, 100 million people will watch the Carnaval parade on television. In addition, the parade will be broadcast in 137 countries. Britto will be there in person at Carnaval to take in the experience.
Local 10's Will Manso will be in Rio to document the event.
"This is truly one of my bucket list items," Manso says.
You can keep up with his travels on Local10.com, where we will publish all the photos and videos he will be sharing from Carnaval.