I am a representational painter based in Los Angeles, Ca. In my work, I use contemporary ideas and style combined with traditional technique. My painting process is not solely on form and realistic detail, but often with some attributes of abstraction, integrated with dynamic and visible brush strokes.

Using art as a form of reflection, my work tends to focus on my surroundings and the people in these settings. I paint with an analytical and unbounded narrative, capturing what is intrinsic in my subjects.

Education
Otis College, Westchester, CA 1998-2000
West LA College, Culver City, CA 2006-2010
California State University Long Beach 2011

Awards & Exhibitions
OCCCA-Orange County Center for Comtemporary Arts, Santa Ana, Ca - December 4 - 18, 2010
Summer Studios Art Academy, Lomita, Ca - Dec 4 - 31, 2010
2nd Place, Group exhibit, Culver City Holiday Art Show - Culver City, Ca - 2010
3rd Place, Members” theme “Under The Sea”, Culver City Holiday Art Show - Culver City, Ca - 2010
West LA College Gallery - Student group show, Culver City, CA - 2010
West LA College Gallery - Student group show, Culver City, CA - 2009

Groups & Organizations
Culver City Art Group - Culver City, CA

*photo by Tatiana Mia Ortiz Photography