La Coca Falls, El Yunque National Forest
La Coca Falls, El Yunque National Forest, Rio Grande, Puerto Rico
La Coca Falls in El Yunque National Forest spills over ancient rocks, tracing a luminous path through the heart of the rainforest.
La Coca Falls, El Yunque National Forest, Rio Grande, Puerto Rico
La Coca Falls in El Yunque National Forest spills over ancient rocks, tracing a luminous path through the heart of the rainforest.
Total Eclipse of Ikebana
This abstract work mirrors the lush nature and layered flora of El Yunque National Forest.
About the Artists
Orlando Mergal
Orlando Mergal is a landscape and fine art photographer based in Puerto Rico whose work captures the island’s rich natural beauty, including Old San Juan, El Yunque Rainforest, tropical beaches, and lush Caribbean landscapes. Deeply inspired by his surroundings, his photography reflects a passion for documenting the atmosphere, color, and spirit of Puerto Rico through thoughtful composition and light. A lifelong learner and dedicated image-maker, he discovered his passion for photography in 1984 after studying through the New York Institute of Photography. Since then, he has continued to refine his craft, often exploring the island with cameras in hand in pursuit of meaningful and visually striking moments that celebrate the beauty of everyday life and nature.
Ben Morales Correa
Ben Morales-Correa is a Puerto Rican fine artist whose work spans both abstract and figurative painting. He began developing his artistic practice at an early age under the guidance of his father, a master graphic artist, illustrator, and printer. During the late 1970s and early 1980s, Morales-Correa moved to San Francisco, where he pursued studies in fine arts and communications while also participating in public mural projects and working in graphic design studios. In 1982, he received a summer scholarship from the San Francisco Academy of Arts, and in 1996 he was awarded First Prize in Photography by Archaeology Magazine in New York. In 1992, Morales-Correa founded the atelier Mythos, where he developed innovative techniques for creating replicas inspired by ancient Egyptian paintings. His works have been collected internationally throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Alongside his studio practice, he has also served as a painting instructor for several institutions in Puerto Rico, including the Escuela de Artes Plásticas, Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, and the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico. His work continues to reflect a deep connection to history, culture, landscape, and visual storytelling.
La Coca Falls, El Yunque National Forest, Río Grande, Puerto Rico
La Coca Falls cascades over ancient basalt rock formations along the edge of El Yunque National Forest, its waters tracing a luminous, moss-edged path through one of the Caribbean's most biodiverse rainforests. The falls are visible from Route 191 and serve as one of the first dramatic natural encounters visitors experience upon entering the forest, setting the tone for the lush wonder within.
To visit this location or schedule a tour please stop by Rio Mar's concierge desk in the lobby.