Tattoo and visual artist from Cuba. Fine Arts trained. Exploring abstract language, composition, and the relationship between body and image
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I am most drawn to abstract work rooted in structure and intention. My practice lives between fine art and tattooing, where composition, rhythm, and contrast define the piece. I am interested in how forms interact with the body, not as decoration, but as part of a visual system that evolves over time.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in architecture, graphic design, and the logic behind composition. I am also influenced by photography and the way light and shadow define space. Beyond references, inspiration comes from process itself, from working directly on the body and responding to its natural flow and limitations.
What would you do with $25,000?I would invest it into expanding my practice. This includes developing a new body of work that connects painting and tattooing, improving studio infrastructure, and creating opportunities for collaboration and education within my space. The goal is to build something sustainable that supports both artistic growth and community.
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