I graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with a degree in Women's Studies and a minor in Studio Art. I also studied Secondary Education and have been working with youth groups in Reno for almost a decade. I'm an artist, activist, inspirational speaker and volunteer focusing on immigrants' rights, women's rights, leadership, education and teen suicide prevention.
As an active member of the Nevada Immigrant Coalition and the Reno Chapter of Justice For Immigrants, I continue to help provide education about current issues immigrants in the United States face. I have collaborated with or continue to be a member of and/or collaborate with many organizations and individuals, including the Indian Health Board of Nevada, Dean's Future Scholars, the Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada, Latino Advisory Board and MEChA Reno. Ongoing projects include youth leadership conferences, immigration education campaigns and community work with the Be The Change Project.
I have been drawing and painting for more than twenty years. While some of my artwork is political, I also create realist pieces inspired by nature or, in direct opposition to realist thought, abstract pieces meant to stimulate the viewers' imaginations. I love working on pieces that have been requested by people who enjoy my art. Whether it be a drawing of a loved one, a painting of their pet, a tattoo design, or a painting for an event fundraiser, I give it 100 per cent. While most of my work is meant to uplift and inspire the general population, I gain personal satisfaction from the process of creating art and the artwork I help create for the Burning Man event in the Black Rock Desert every year. I am inspired by people who love art as much as I do and I enjoy collaborating on pieces or projects with others.
