Artist Statement
Inspired by personal experiences, my work explores the psychological impact of inner conflict, and the emotional struggles people face in their pursuit of authentic self-expression. Through the use of traditional mediums like oils and acrylics and the usage of symbolic imagery and vibrant color, I invite viewers to reflect on the delicate balance between personal identity and societal pressures. My pieces delve into the complexities of modern life, emphasizing the ongoing battle to define oneself amid emotional turmoil, and posing the question: Who are we?
Educational Background
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Bachelor of Fine Arts, 2018
- Magna Cum Laude
- Dean’s List 2017 and 2018
Texas A&M University-Kingsville, 2001-2007
Duo Exhibitions
2025 Women's History Month Exhibition, Sgt Fernando De La Rosa Memorial Library, Alamo, TX March 2025
Group Exhibitions
2025 Cuerpos Desnudos Group Exhibition, Run Pony Run Gallery, Mcallen, TX March 7, 2025
2024-2025 Rio Bravo Artes Exhibition 12"x12" ANIMALES Y PAISAJES Group Exhibition
Venues & Dates:
Mi Vida Loca Gallery, Corpus Christi, TX September 6, 2024
San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum, San Benito, TX 2025
Venue 3 TBD
2004 TAMUK College Art Exhibition Texas A&M University-Kingsville, Kingsville, TX
2003 Juried College Art Exhibition Texas A&M University-Kingsville, Kingsville, TX
Work Experience
2019 Tipsy Canvas Painting Instructor
2013-2016 Author & Narrator for BigWorldNetwork
2011-2012 Card Illustrator for Mango Salute
2003-2004 Chief Editor for TAMUK Writer's Bloc Literary Magazine
Published Works
Fantasy Coloring Book: Coloring for Adult and Kids Paperback, Self Published, June 29, 2022
The Making of a Monster, Cadaverous Magazine Issue 2
Six Word Horror Story, Cadaverous Magazine Issue 2-3
Rise of the Dragons Book Two of Severi, BigWorldNetwork, 2014-2015
The Five Kingdoms of Severi Book One: The Keys of Destiny Paperback, BigWorldNetwork, 2014
Flash Fiction “A Little Note of Many Meanings,” Daily Love, 2013
Flash Fiction “It was not for me,” In Between Altered States, 2012
Poem “Welcome Back, Darkness,” TAMUK Writer's Bloc Issue, 2004
Poem “Childhood Memories,” TAMUK Writer's Bloc Issue, 2003
Untitled Comic, TAMUK Writer's Bloc Issue, 2003
Publications
Migrant Education Harvest of Hope, La Cosecha, 2001
Who’s Who Among High School Students, 2000
Upcoming Workshops To Be Held
Painting Class- Sgt Fernando De La Rosa Memorial Library, March 10, 2025
Artist Talk - Sgt Fernando De La Rosa Memorial Library, March 19, 2025
Workshops Attended
Banner Workshop - Aram Han Sifuentes/UTRGV, September 20, 2024
Open Call Workshop -TruchaRGV, September 12, 2024
Lorenzo De Zavala Youth Legislative Session, 1998
Volunteer Work
2017 Senior Internship Office of Texas State Representative District 40 Terry Canales
2012-2014 Volunteer & Parent Aid Dan Ramirez Elementary
2000-2001 AmeriCorps Youth Program
Skills & Proficiencies
- Mediums: Oils, Acrylics, watercolor, inks and gouache painting; graphite and mixed media collage.
- Large-Scale Design & Execution: Mural Painting expertise from planning to final design.
- Screen Printing Techniques: Proficient in hand-pulling screen prints, multi-color printing for fine art and commercial work.
- Sculpture Techniques: Expertise in hand-building and sculpting using various types of clay.
- Studio Skills: Expert in canvas preparation, surface priming and framing.
- Adobe Photoshop Skills: Proficient in Image editing, retouching and color correction, and photo manipulation.
- Book Cover Design Skills: Expertise in creating and combining images for developing book cover concepts and design as well as fully hand drawn covers.
- 2D Animation Skills: Skilled in creating Frame-by-Frame 2D animations and story boarding using traditional mediums and software.
