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Artist Statement
My creative process combines modern technology and traditional craftsmanship. I start by 3D modeling and printing sculptural forms, which I then treat as canvases for multimedia exploration. The central subjects of my work are often animals, such as possums, axolotls, and pigs, but they are reimagined as kitschy western characters, complete with flashy cowboy hats and bandanas. These pieces are defined by a maximalist aesthetic, which includes bold colors, metallic finishes, and lots of glitter.
Growing up in Mexico, I learned that brilliant art can live on backsplash tiles, the artisan clay pot your grandma used to cook, or the wood-carved, neon-drenched alebrijes at the market before I even knew what a canvas was. Many everyday items I encountered were beautiful, handcrafted pieces of art that were not hindered by their minor imperfections and, most strikingly, refused to apologize for their roaring, vivid colors and patterns. By embracing the visual excess of the art I grew up surrounded by and blending it with Western motifs, I seek to honor the heritage that sculpted my creative foundation while celebrating the community that inspires me today and, ultimately, remind myself that silliness and joy are worthy subjects for serious craftsmanship.