Artist's Statement
I come from a family of storytellers with such great imaginations. My great grandmother was by far the best. She could create such a sense of wonder in a room. So by nature, when I fell in love with drawing, I too began to tell stories. Each of us has a story. Sometimes I share my story, sometimes, I share that of others. Art connects us, and I paint what I feel connected to.
I am a Latina, a mother, a wife, and a woman of faith with a deep love for humanity. Through the years I have created many mother and child paintings. The Madonna and child are at the heart of these images. The Love, joy, sacrifice, and serenity, that comes with caring for another human being is central to my understanding of humanity, especially as a woman and mother.
My goal when painting anything is to convey hope, encouragement, love, and pride.
I use my art as a metaphor for life, I often use symmetry to create balance and harmony, elements that I feel are essential to life and art. Symbolism plays a very large role in my work. It is my favorite way to convey messages. Trees, water, and roots are some of the symbols I use most often since for me they represent Creation and reflect our connection to the Heavens and Earth,
Art is a universal language. It transcends cultural boundaries, linking us to one another and giving us a better understanding of ourselves and the world around us. I am proud when my art plays a role in helping to create that bridge.