Louisville, KY
Mixed Media 2D
I was prompted to become an artist by a mix of curiosity, imagination, and the environment I grew up in. I was raised in Cuba without access to the internet or contemporary art, so I turned to 19th-century books and classical European paintings for inspiration. Those limitations actually fueled my creativity—they pushed me to imagine new worlds and reinterpret traditional aesthetics in my own way. From a very young age, I was fascinated by storytelling, history, and beauty—especially through themes like power, identity, and gender. Art became my way of exploring those ideas visually and emotionally. I’ve always felt a strong need to create, to escape into my imagination, and to communicate through images. That drive is what ultimately led me to pursue art as my life’s work.
Describe your dream art project.
My dream art project would give me the opportunity to deeply explore and blend storytelling, history, and visual beauty on a large scale. Ideally, it would be a series of paintings that reimagine classical art traditions through a contemporary lens, focusing on themes of identity, power, and cultural narratives that are often overlooked. I would love for this project to be immersive—perhaps incorporating video or installation elements—to create a multi-sensory experience for viewers. Ultimately, I want it to challenge people to rethink history and beauty while celebrating diverse perspectives and empowering underrepresented voices.
What’s your favorite title of a piece you’ve named?
Recently, I created a series titled “Euphoria”, where all the characters in my pai
ntings are laughing. One of my favorite titles from this series is the playful and humorous: “Girl 1: laughing so hard she can barely speak ‘Okay, okay, what do you call fake spaghetti?’ Girl 2: giggling ‘I don’t know, what?’ Girl 1: wheezing ‘An impasta!’” I love this title because it captures a moment of joy and lightness, inviting viewers to connect with the humor and warmth behind the artwork. It offers a fun contrast to the often serious themes in my work and encourages people to embrace the playful side of human connection.
In terms of your art, where is the most inspirational place you’ve ever been?
The most inspirational places I’ve ever been in terms of my art are Paris, Madrid, Rome, and Barcelona—especially because of the incredible art museums, churches, and architecture in each city. Being surrounded by such rich artistic and cultural history offered me a profound connection to the classical traditions that deeply influence my work. Walking through museums like the Louvre or exploring historic churches sparked new ideas about how to reinterpret and challenge those traditions in my own way. These cities inspire me not only for their masterpieces but also for their vibrant cultural energy and how they honor both history and innovation, which aligns closely with my artistic vision of blending past and present.