Look at this new species of butterfly that landed in my studio while working 😂 created from empty cans of Fanta Orange ,Root beer soda and scrap metal, they have only sighted in San Antonio, TX 😂
More emerging soon! Insects and bugs ! stay tuned!
Butterflies can travel up to 3,000 miles to return home, a journey that takes generations for a butterfly…There’s something powerful in that kind of determination and perseverance.
They also remind us that change can’t be rushed, and that growth while sometimes uncomfortable ,isn’t always as scary as it seems. They carry a quiet strength and capable of traveling great distances. In their presence, they invite us to slow down, pause, and appreciate the beauty in even the smallest moments.
Heres a short teaser video about the making of the mushrooms 😂 Thank you to my family and friends who came together to collect recycle , dedicate time to come clean, cut, paste and much more. Thank you to the San Antonio River Foundation for the opportunity.
Cant wait for the Pollinator tea party event!
Everyone please take a look at the event info on their page , there will be fun activities for the kids and vendors at the event, stay tuned for updates on the new date!#metalart #metalsculpture #reducereuserecycle
“Hot Cheeto girl”
Acrylic on canvas
36 in x 36 in
Hot Cheeto Girl plays with a stereotype often put on Hispanic girls, but instead of pushing it away, it leans into it.
Shown as a troll, it represents nostalgia for me to the iconic toy everywhere in the 90s, they were cute, scary and full of attitude. The troll wears a Selena t-shirt, shrimp hoop earrings, and holds a bag of Hot Cheetos with a Big Red close by, things that feel familiar to me when I was younger, especially growing up in San Antonio Texas.
It takes something that’s been labeled from the outside and turns it into something owned, remembered and carried with pride.
My Little Homies: Series 1: “Mi Familia”
Metal,aluminum and fabric
This series comes from thinking about the “Homies” figurines I grew up with, those small characters that had so much attitude and personality you would try to collect from the .25 cent machine. I wanted to bring that same feeling into something that reflects my own style and nostalgia to my culture and identity.
Each sculpture is made from cans and welded metal, using everyday materials to tell our story. Modelo represents my Mexican roots, Lone Star speaks to growing up Chicana in Texas, Inca Kola connects to my husband’s Peruvian side, and Budweiser represents his American identity.
Together we stand as a family, different but tied together. There’s humor in them, but they also hold something real. This work is about a shared identity that isn’t just one thing, but a mix of everything we carry, something that will continue through my children.
Stay tuned for the continuation of this series and Series 2, “Mis Amigos. “
“Mijo”
36 in x 36 in
Acrylic, crayon on canvas
Mijo reflects the relationship between Hispanic families and their sons, and the meaning carried in a word that can be both loving and serious. In many homes, “Mijo” is a form of endearment, but it can also shift into a tone of instruction, a reminder of responsibility, respect, and family. No matter how old or young, in the eyes of family, they will always be Mijo.
The young boy draws and colors iconic places from San Antonio texas ,places that I went to frequently as a child and some I still visit with my family today.
The word “Mijo” tattooed across his back in Old English letters plays on the stereotype of hispanic men getting their last name inked across their backs.
I want this painting to reflect humor, family and how culture and places shape us.
Thankful for artist James Wyatt Hendricks , Luis “Chispas” Guerrero, Susan Calkins and artist Lyn Belisle with the San Antonio Art League and Museum for the opportunity to share a space in the sculpture garden. You can also check out more information about the San Antonio Art League and some more information on the meaning of my sculpture following the link below:
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“Deep in the Roots of Texas”
Metal, Solar powered LED light
2025
“Deep in the Roots of Texas”, is a sculpture created to honor the San Antonio Art League for their impact and commitment to supporting artists, as well as their continuing role in nurturing our community through history, creativity, and culture.
This sculpture symbolizes the importance of foundation, collaboration, and connection. All important elements that we need to keep thriving as a community. At the bottom of the sculpture is a sprouting bud of an Indian paintbrush flower, a species that relies on surrounding plants for nutrients to grow and survive. They are often found growing alongside bluebonnets in our Texas landscape.
The Indian paintbrush represents the artist and their need for connection, support, and a strong foundation for growth. Towering over the sprouted Indian paintbrush flower is a large bluebonnet, not only a symbol of our Lone Star State, but also a representation of the San Antonio Art League. Like the bluebonnet that provides a foundation for the Indian paintbrush flower to flourish in its environment, the Art League also provides a foundation for many artists in our community to grow, connect, and thrive.
At the base of the sculpture is also a small metal human figure with a butterfly resting on the edge of its hand. The figure’s chest opens to reveal a glowing metal heart, illuminated at night by a solar powered light. This heart reflects the vulnerability, passion for creativity, and the emotional core of the artist, while the butterfly represents beauty in connection ,transformation and growth.
Flavor: Brown or Coconut
12 in x 16 in
Acrylic on Canvas / Natural wood floater frame
This painting represents my identity as a Mexican American and reflects nostalgia from my childhood growing up within the culture and community of San Antonio, TX. One paleta is labeled the Flavor “Brown,” with another behind it labeled the Flavor “Coconut.” I also altered the brand name of a local Paleta store from my neighborhood growing up to reflect culture, pride in who I am, and the memories of going to this Paleta store as a kid. The flavor “Brown” represents my racial identity, while the flavor “Coconut” references a name I was sometimes referred to growing up, referring to being brown on the outside, and white on the inside because I did not speak Spanish. Although playful and nostalgic it also holds weight to sometimes dealing with expectations, revealing how language and appearance are often used to define authenticity and belonging. Dont let anyone define who you are, be proud of who you are and where you come from. ♥️
Posting my piece for the Masked Marvels exhibition at the Bihl Haus Arts Gallery from this past October. It was such a fun opening with many talented artist. My favorite part was the book reading by talented artist /writer Xavier Garza.
“Luchador de la Vida”
Relief Print (Only 4 original prints/ 1/4 has been sold only 3 left)
18 in X 24 in
“Luchador de la Vida” Is a fun and meaningful tribute to my husband. He is shown dressed in a luchador mask, his dad cargo shorts, work shirt and tie.Surrounded by symbols of daily life: bills, pets, schedules, household chores, and more. This print honors his love, strength, and commitment he makes showing up everyday for our family.
#ImARedDotArtist! I’m so excited to be a Red Dot Artist! Showcasing my “ Threads of sacrifice” 18 x24 Lino relief print. Tickets are on sale for the Contemporary at Blue Star’s 35th Annual Red Dot, happening tomorrow November 12, 2025! Join me for the best art party of the year. supporting contemporary art and
artists. If you purchase artwork on the evening of Red Dot, purchases under $5,000 will be TAX FREE. Link in bio to get your tickets. #SupportContemporaryArt #ContemporaryAtBlueStar
#reddot2025 @sacontemporary
“What We Nurture, We Grow”
This metal sunflower, built from discarded scraps, rises tall with a living succulent planted at its center. At its base, a small figure stands in awe, mirroring how we sometimes feel when faced with the weight of what we tend to. Whether it’s a relationship, a dream, or a responsibility, nurturing can feel overwhelming. But when we step back, we often find that our time, love, and effort have taken root..becoming something strong, beautiful, and deeply worth it. The succulent represents strength, resilience and enduring love, a succulent can thrive with minimal care and regenerate when damaged. This is a symbolic to remind us all that it only takes a small amount of effort to nurture something for it to grow but consistency is what keeps it thriving.
“Only Forward”
metal found objects , pencil cactus, LED lighting
Welded from salvaged metal, this sculpture gives a new life to what was once discarded.
The snail ,slow, steady, and biologically incapable of moving backward represents a symbol of progress and endurance.
In the snails head rests a pencil cactus, Known for its ability to thrive in harsh conditions, the cactus represents adaptability and creative strength. Its limbs growing upward mirror the drive to grow despite limitations.
As night falls, the cactus glows, resembling the internal light that fuels our persistence, the spark of creativity, purpose, and hope that carries us forward.
I would like to encourage you to consider your own path, your pace, and the quiet power of continuing on. #metalsculpture #foundobjectart #contemporarysculpture #sanantonioart #sculptureartists
“ A Thread of Offerings ”
Relief Print- ( different print designs including Chine colle print)
18in x 24 in This relief print delves into themes of sacrifice, community, and cultural heritage. Each print in this series is a different version of the relief design ,just like we are all different but the same in many ways. The inspiration for this print was inspired from the Aztec goddess Coatlicue statue that I visited on a trip to Mexico City. Her necklace of hands and hearts symbolizes honor for those who sacrificed themselves. The print features interconnected hands forming a necklace, each engaging in symbolic actions: Hands in this piece symbolize the actions we take, both positive and negative that define our relationships and communities. Hands are silent accomplices in our lives, present from birth to death, facilitating creation through generations, our connections, and how we display our compassion for one another. For a detailed description of each items representation in this print please visit my website:
