Born in 1978 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Self-taught painter who early on began to develop a technique and style based on his admiration for the great masters of universal art, such as Velázquez, Bouguereau, Vermeer, etc. Thus, Gabriel was able to understand and explore those concepts and artistic resources that enrich and give interest to a work of art.
Over time, the remarkable attraction for animals and nature led him to cultivate the "animal art" over other more traditional genres of painting.
It was at the age of twenty-one when Gabriel began exhibiting his first works in a prestigious gallery in Buenos Aires, since then devoted himself entirely to painting.
In relation to his work can be seen in each effort and expertise with the grace that captures the essence of the animal world.
His particular and detailed style has evolved continuously to the present, in fact, today his work reflects a harmonious combination of the accurate representation of the animal and environmental interpretation, the latter somewhat simplified but essentially contributing to achieve a balance in composition of the work. At the same time, a variety of items and concepts of traditional painting is displayed, revealing an absolute control on light, space, color, size, composition etc.
Undoubtedly, one of the main merit of the art of Hermida is the ability to portray when the "big cats" is where it becomes clear his fascination with these creatures. In fact, Gabriel is able to generate a subtle connection between the viewer and the animal portrayed, whose expression is seen in a surprising and mysterious affinity for certain human feelings.
Since 2005, Hermida has been selected and incorporated as a member of Artists for Conservation ", an exclusive international society of artists dedicated to promoting animal rights and support worldwide conservation of wildlife and habitat along with the" wildlife art. " In turn, the association is composed of several major internationally recognized painters and animalistic.
It should Special attention should highlight and also in his paintings of still life, and that they can find clear examples of their admirable artistic maturity.