My interest in art began in childhood with drawing and painting, but it was when I first became pregnant that I began to explore the art of collage. Toxic paint fumes could have harmed my unborn child. Glue and paper were on hand and provided the freedom to create light, motion and contrast in my pictures.

I use snippets of magazine paper, fabric, paper painted by my children or by myself, photographs, my own pencil drawings, or anything that enriches the texture and color of my images.

My inspiration comes especially from my family. I am the youngest of 11 siblings. Frequent fiestas (parties) taught me to dance and paint. Traveling as a journalist showed me the world. Raising two girls motivates me every day.