Discover the Stories of Cuba:
Painted on Canvas
Experienced in Person
Experience Cuba’s Rich Culture and Eternal Soul
As immigrants, we left our home nation in search for opportunity; decades later, we return, seeking to rediscover the stories we had to leave behind. Join us, as we reclaim our roots, in the island of Cuba. Del Caimán is a Cultural Curation agency, offering unique art, travel, and membership experiences designed for people looking to be inspired.
Specialized Art Collecting: Exclusive Cuban art from celebrated masters and emerging talents.
Immersive Travel Experiences: take trips into Cuba's heritage and beauty; designed by Cubans.
Curated Membership Perks: Exclusive content, priority access, and special benefits await our members.
Embark on a journey that transforms your story and connects you deeply with the rich tapestry of our culture. Find out how, below.
The artwork opens a window to Cuba; our travel invites you to step through it
The Journey Starts Here
No matter your level of expertise in collecting or travel, our membership is where your adventure unfolds. We offer a wealth of experiences that defy a simple summary, which is precisely why our tiered memberships exist—to guide you smoothly through the richness of art and culture. Let our curated memberships be your compass on this journey, each one tailored to your pace of discovery.
As our essential-benefits tier for those new to our offerings; the Cultural Enthusiast ensures your journey with us begins as smoothly as possible. We know that the process of buying art can be a handful, that's why we want to help take the stress off preperation and installation. Along with complementary stretching for new canvas acquisitions, you'll gain access to our Member's Blog, professionally curated with the stories that provide depth and context to your journey with us.
This tier is for our biggest supporters; our Patrons represent a cornerstone of our cultural community. This membership extends beyond the norm, offering a bespoke digital space known as your Patron's Portal. Each portal is a password-protected personal gallery, an intimate corner of the web where your private art collection and memories from trips to Cuba reside; which can be shared with loved ones or those you wish to impress. Patrons benefits also include the following:
The Journey of Art Collecting, in 3 steps:
Discover: Explore our carefully curated art collection, and note the artworks that catch your attention.
Pro-tip: We have hundreds of works to choose from; it can be overwhelming, so our suggestion is to scroll through the work and if something catches your eye, add it to your shopping cart, then after you’ve gathered enough options go to the shopping cart and have a closer look at each artwork, this is where you're meant to take your time. Ask yourself how they make you feel - why did it catch your eye? Then narrow the selection down to three or less and move onto the next step.
Connect: Give those attention grabbers a closer look, click on them, and read about their stories provided on the page.
Pro-tip: Note the artists' names whose works captivated you the most then visit our blog to read about their story, and watch them create and express their passion through our professionally produced videos. Identify the moments in your journey of connecting that most resonate with you. Then return to the selection of works you stored in the shopping cart, and keep the ones that resonated the most with you.
Experience: Remove from the cart the ones that don’t inspire your heart, mind, and aesthetic — for those that do, Click Buy.
Pro-tip: One thing we tell many of our collectors that are having a tough time deciding what to get, is to ask themselves the following question: “If I moved tomorrow, would transporting this artwork stress me out, or is it so essential that I wouldn't think twice?” If you’re so inspired by the artwork that you can’t think of yourself without it then it was meant for you to have.
Is Travel to Cuba Legal?
Is Travel to Cuba Legal?
A Message for Our Faithful Supporters
Del Caimán began with the intent of becoming a testament to the unvarnished spirit of Cuban art, committed to unveiling the raw and genuine creativity that defines Cuba’s artistic soul. Our mission went beyond mere representation—we aspired to bridge connections between the world and the undiluted narratives of Cuban artists, those who harness every drop of their resourcefulness to give life to their visions. We recount our story in the past tense, not as a sign that our dream has dimmed, but because we've realized it, and now we shift our journey from inception to nurturing and broadening the dream's scope.
From Novices to Leaders: Setting the Standard
From procuring rare artworks to revealing the intimate stories of creators through film and interviews, our purpose has grown. We've responded to the voices of our patrons, expanding into all-encompassing Cuban travel experiences designed to unveil the island's true cultural vibrancy and sustain its burgeoning local enterprises. Furthermore, we've expanded our exclusive event offerings to include live music and wine, crafting unique, multidimensional experiences that highlights our expanded vision for fostering arts appreciation.
The question "What do you do?" is laden with layers of our passionate undertakings. This very complexity gave birth to our membership system—an answer that mirrors our journey's evolution. It's an offering steeped in the understanding that the art we cherish and the connections we foster are born of time—a valued currency.
The Del Caimán membership system is the gateway to our accumulated offerings. This program is the fruit of diligent labor, a token of our expansion, and a bridge to immersive cultural engagement. It encapsulates our essence, rewarding members not only with exclusive benefits but also with the joy of being integral to our vibrant future.
Your participation in our membership system is an embrace of the unreasonable growth driven by relentless passion. It is an invitation to join us as we pave the path forward, fostering the art of tomorrow. Become a member, sustain the fervor, and continue the extraordinary narrative of Del Caimán.
- Rafael Migoyo, President of Del Caimán
U.S. Regulations: Importing Cuban art is legal thanks to the Berman Amendment. Enacted in 1988, it amended the Trading with the Enemy Act (TWEA) to exempt “informational materials” from the TWEA sanctions. In Cernuda v. Heavy (1989), a federal court in Miami held that paintings of Cuban origin were informational materials and therefore exempt from the sanctions on Cuba.
Press Release | Comunicado de Prensa | Privacy Policy | Contact Us
Want to help Cuban arts culture through a non-profit?
Separate from Del Caimán’s work of empowering artists through a for-profit business model, Del Caimán Inc. functions as a 501(c)3 registered non-profit focused around providing a spotlight for Cuban culture, to assist Cuban artists in the production and sales of their works, and to offer a source of cultural exchange. Donations may help sponsor art exhibitions and shows, organize public workshops and seminars, and provide artist residency opportunities. To learn about the non-profit and donation opportunities, click here