blue period

This body of work is inspired by the cyanotype process which was first introduced by John Herschel in 1842. My cyanotypes combine photography and painting, blurring the line between realism and abstraction.

cacao sagrado

My cacao series is inspired by the sacred cacao, which played a special role in Mayan and Aztec ceremonies, festivals, weddings, feasts and religious rites. It was associated with the deity Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent god responsible for the creation of mankind. Legend says that Quetzalcoatl gave man cacao to drink against the wishes of the other gods.

Polinizadores Sagrados

Cyanotype, pastel and thread, 16” x 20”
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Cacao Sagrado

Cyanotype, cacao and gold leaf, 16” x 20”

awakening

In my "Awakening" series, I forever capture the ephemeral beauty of Spring blossoms and the ever-changing landscape. The intense Prussian blue adds depth and drama to the work, while my addition of spices, pastel, charcoal, marker, acrylic and watercolor add layers of texture and complexity. As I continue to explore the boundaries of this traditional medium, I delight in the spontaneous outcomes of my intuitive journey.