WORLD renowned painter Fabian Perez will bring his new collection to Merry Hill later this month.

The Argentinian painter, whose work is owned by the likes of Lionel Messi, Rihanna and Pope Francis, will showcase his new collection titled El Amor at the Whitewall Gallery in Merry Hill on Saturday June 29.

The artist was was one of the official artists to the London 2012 Summer Olympic Games and has painted portraits of stars including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sergio Aguero and Al Pacino.

He will stop by the Black Country as part of his UK tour.

Describing his work, Fabian said: "I am constantly fighting for a more romantic world, one where power and success are not the final goal; one where the greatest pursuit of our lives is that of el amor.”

Helen Swaby, CEO of Clarendon and Whitewall galleries, said: “This latest collection is truly inspirational and confirms Fabian as a great modern master. We are hugely excited to welcome him back to the UK to showcase his fabulous portraits and delighted to share his romantic vision at our Clarendon and Whitewall galleries across the UK."