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09/06/09 - Well clearly, this news is way over due for an update! As most of you probably know, I moved from Philly back to Providence, RI in 2007. A lot has changed for me since my move back here, and although some of these changes have been painful, hopefully it is all for the best. To look on the bright side, a lot of this pain and heartbreak has been expressed in my art and I guess as an artist, what more could you ask for?! One of my favorite Cuban artist friends, Raffael Diaz, even compared some of my newer work to that of Frida Kahlo, in the sense that he could feel the pain I was in from viewing it. Most recently, I have continued to paint and exhibit. My favorite exhibits are the ones with my Latino artist friends, who are such a talented group. I feel so honored to show my work with theirs, and it is so inspirational for me. I am still doing social work, visiting children and families, mostly Latino, in the state of Rhode Island, and also doing therapy out of the office.
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11/10/04 -
Well here I am in Philadelphia, and the arts scene is
amazing. While miss my beautiful Providence, I will
continue to exhibit there and maintain my ties with
my friends and artist crew until I can return - (si
Dios quiere.)
While in the past I have
mostly exhibited my paintings, I have been very involved
in capturing my vision through photography. I have been
inspired by non-posed portraits of people, as it captures
the exact expression of the subject as it is. Specifically,
I am fascinated by capturing candid moments of various
Latino cultures. I view my photography as a documentation
of a portion of Latin American history, most particularly
in urban settings. On another level, I aim at expressing
narratives through stories of immigrants who leave so
much behind, bringing only memories, and cultural pride.
I am always moved by their ability to adapt to different
environments. I want people to see the reality of the
poorer classes and how they live, often creatively,
and striving for a brighter future.
Besides photography, I
have continued to paint, and have done hundreds of Black
and White drawings. Recently, I even created my first
Black and White painting. Additionally, I have been
busy decorating my new apartment with wall to wall art,
(!) preparing for my first Philly exhibit, and responding
to the letters and drawings that I receive from children.
Thanks to all who spread the love!
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| 4/28/03 - Good
News! The opening of the "True Colors" show,
was a great success. "How do you determine success?"
someone asked me. "Is it by how many paintings
you sell?" For me, it is the energy of the people
who come out to celebrate and enjoy the art and company.
Old and new faces, friends, family and acquaintances
were present to share in the experience. If you missed
the opening, you can still view the art at the Renaissance
Gallery, Fall River, until May 26th, 2003. PEACE xo |
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