Horseback riding in Puerto Rico during my youth
Costa del Sol, Spain
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Who am I Me with a Gyrfalcon at the Raptor Project exhibition in Greenwich CT 2018
I am a self-taught artist, of Puerto Rican heritage. I was born in Jersey City, NJ across the river from New York City. My parents came to NYC for a second time, a few months before I was born.
Being so close to New York city gave me opportunities to appreciate and grow with art, in this city, considered by some as the art capital of the world. My summer trips back to Puerto Rico gave me much inspiration, from watching the men work in the fields, to working with and watching the wonderful animals among the colorful mountains. Since early childhood I enjoy sketching people; encouraged very much by my parents. Sketches included a glamorous movie star, Superman and his wonderful flowing cape, or a model in a Sears catalog. I also started to do costume design sketches, some of which were made into prom dresses by friends. Between my trips to NYC and PR, my self-taught exercises included bold creations of color, geometric and human figures which drew me more into the world of art and also allowed me to express how I see the world. However, my creations remained mainly personal. In college I concentrated in computer science studies instead of the arts; earning a Bachelor of Science degree in computer programming. When I decided to share my art to a larger audience I kept a painting studio in Jersey City; producing very successful shows in New Jersey and New York. Today I share my time between my technical projects and my art and photography projects. |
Montclair , NJ ArtWalk 2013 - 2017
Montclair, NJ Art Walk - I participate every year I can.
LITM 5th Annual group exhibition of small works. LITM gallery in Jersey City, NJ From Dec 5 2011 to Jan 8 2012
With my biggest supporter, fan and spouse, Keith
Other shows through out the years
