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Part of the BxArts Factory series of Professional Development Workshops for Artists, join me for an engaging workshop where you will learn how to create an effective online portfolio that captures attention and leaves a lasting impression. Throughout the session, we'll cover essential topics such as selecting the right platform, crafting compelling descriptions of your projects, and choosing visuals that enhance your narrative. We'll also discuss the importance of tailoring your portfolio to your target audience, whether you’re an artist, designer, writer, or developer. Tips on optimizing your portfolio for search engines and making it accessible on different devices will be included, ensuring that your work is discoverable by potential employers and collaborators. This hands-on workshop will provide you with practical exercises and feedback from industry professionals, helping you to refine your portfolio to best reflect your skills and aspirations. You'll leave with a clearer vision of how to effectively present your work online, along with the tools and strategies to keep your portfolio up-to-date as you grow in your field. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your personal brand and make a remarkable impact in your professional journey! 
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Updated Post: I have all the moms I can schedule for now. If I get any funding and time, I will open the form again. Thank you to everyone that showed interest and all the moms who signed up! Liquid Gold is a project born in my mind three years ago, coinciding with the birth of my oldest daughter. This initiative aims to shed light on the often unseen labor involved in breastfeeding, which can amount to as much as 1,800 hours annually—equivalent to a full-time job. This includes nursing, pumping, cleaning equipment, and managing the mental load of maintaining an adequate milk supply. By addressing this "invisible labor," the project intends to elevate breastfeeding mothers, acknowledging their commitment to their children and advocating for the recognition and support they deserve, especially in a climate where women's rights are increasingly under threat. The project seeks to highlight the experiences of mothers currently breastfeeding through a series of artistic and community-driven efforts. The first step will involve an open call to recruit at least 10 breastfeeding mothers. Participants will be photographed and interviewed to share their personal insights. If you want to participate in this project, please fill out the form. You need to be a current breastfeeding mom. Be able to come to my studio to get your picture taken, or live within a reasonable distance of the Bronx, so I can come to you.  Last November, right before Thanksgiving, we finished this large mural at the Amsterdam Houses in Manhattan. It is a Daycare run by the Hudson Guild in NYCHA property, and it was difficult to find because it is inside the projects and didn't have any distinctive marks. Now there is no way you can miss it, and the families and kids are much happier going there every day. This "Fairytale Fantasy" is up and running! You can see it at 260 E 64th St. NY, NY. This project was made thanks to the Lincoln Center, the Public Housing Community Fund, the Amsterdam Housing Tenants Association, volunteers, and my amazing crew, Valeria, Monica and Vanesa. Tis the season, and we are preparing for our Holiday Market at BxAF! Over 30 local artists will be showcasing and selling their artwork. This year, more than ever, let's be mindful of our choices and support our local artists, neighbors, and friends. Instead of giving your money to multinational companies, consider circulating your funds where they are truly needed. 🎄 BxAF Holiday Artist Market ❄ Saturday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7. ⏰ 11am to 7pm 📍 240 E 153rd Street, Bronx, NY GET FREE TICKETS HERE  It's been a few years since I last made a calendar, but this year I was inspired!
If you like my illustrations, you can purchase this high-quality calendar from my Etsy Store, or stop by the BxAF Holiday Market on December 6-7 at BxArts Factory. I have only printed a limited run, so if you would like a signed and numbered one, you can wait for the market. If you want one and can't make it, you can order it now!!! I just finished a mural for Cricket Wireless in the South Bronx. Celebrating refranes for Hispanic Heritage month, it's been a real fun project to work on!! This year, I was really happy to take part in the 2025 Boone Ave Walls Festival. I created a Milky Way Teta on a gate, and I’m pleased with how it turned out! I love being able to paint in The Bronx about what matters to me <3 Last week, we added some color to the seating area at Lou Gehrig Plaza. The 161 Business Improvement District invited me to paint the benches, and despite the heat, we had a great time. I based the design on nature and geometric elements, including words related to the neighborhood. I have good news. This year I applied to join Illustrators For Hire and I was accepted—YAY! I’m happy to be a part of this curated group of professional freelancers. The specific type of illustrations that I have chosen to promote on this site are my MURALS, LETTERING, and FOOD + DRINK. I really look forward to growing these facets of my illustration practice. If you know someone who needs an illustration, please let me know!   |
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