I am a multimedia artist based in Oakland, California, with roots in San Diego and a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art, emphasizing painting, from San Francisco State University. My artistic practice investigates themes of gender identity, familial and romantic relationships, and expressions of love. Utilizing a mixed-media approach—including painting, photography, and performance—my work embodies a meditative yet urgent quest for self-expression and representation as a lesbian raised in a Mexican American Catholic household. This practice serves as both a love letter to authenticity and a celebration of my cultural and personal origins.

At the core of my work lies a profound gratitude for life, shaped by my journey toward embracing a queer identity that I once envisioned as a teenager. The evolution from a heavily performed femininity to a more authentic self-expression feels akin to a rebirth. Central to my exploration are themes of multiplicity within butch identity and my nuanced relationships to both masculinity and femininity, something in between or something different entirely. My art aims to evoke a sense of visibility and empowerment for my audience. I understand “coming out” not merely as the act of disclosing one's sexuality, but rather as an ongoing journey of self-acceptance. Influenced by lesbian artists such as Catherine Opie and Zoe Leonard, whose works validated my own experiences during my process of self-discovery, I aspire to carry their legacy forward for future generations of queer individuals.

Memories, color theory, and diverse media serve as key tools in articulating deeply rooted emotions within my work. Portraiture and self-portraiture recur prominently, focusing on the expressive nature of eyes and hands. Across various mediums, I oscillate between vivid colors and stark monochromatic contrasts, allowing for a rich emotional palette. The integration of multiple media offers various languages through which emotions can be articulated and released. Painting and drawing provide a meditative process that invites introspection, while photography introduces flexibility and immediacy. Performance and video create opportunities to construct rituals and to layer identities, illustrating the complexity of personal experience.

A dreamlike quality permeates my work, creating alternate worlds that serve as spaces for both escape and reflection. My exploration of life and death, as well as connections with loved ones who have passed, informs this practice. Lavender and butterflies are recurring motifs in my work, symbolizing queerness, lesbianism and transformation.

My work is a continuous navigation of identity and belonging, where the interplay of cultural heritage and personal narrative allows for both self-exploration and communal connection. I strive to create dialogues that resonate with viewers on both an emotional and intellectual level, fostering an inclusive space for reflection and empathy. My practice aims to intertwine my personal narrative with broader societal themes, ultimately contributing to an enriched conversation about identity, love, and the queer experience.