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Artist Statement

“As an Afro-Indigenous artist, my work serves as a bridge between the past and the present, embodying the wisdom, traditions, and stories passed down through generations. Drawing inspiration from my Arawak Taino ancestors' land, culture, and spirituality, I strive to honor their legacy while engaging with contemporary issues and perspectives.

Through my art, I seek to reclaim narratives, challenge stereotypes, and celebrate the resilience and diversity of Indigenous peoples. Each brushstroke or carving is infused with intention, carrying layers of meaning that speak to the interconnectedness of all living beings and our responsibility to steward the earth.

I aim to create spaces for dialogue and reflection, inviting viewers to connect with Indigenous ways of knowing and being. Whether through traditional techniques or innovative forms, my art is a testament to the enduring presence and vitality of Indigenous cultures, both past and present.”




Galleries & Group Exhibitions


2024
  • Imagine OR Festival Gallery, Nebraska. (Curated by Sixto Luna.)  
  • The Intersectionality of The Taino: Embracing A Cultural Exploration, Bronx Art Space Gallery, Hunts Point, New York (Curated by César Ernesto Garcia)   
  • Planting Seeds of Care and Refusal, Sovern L.A. Gallery. (Curated by Cindy Bonaparte.)
  • International Women’s Month Celebration, Philosophical Research Society Library,  Los Angeles, California. (Curated by Amanda Maciel Antunes.)  


2022       
The Annual Juried Student Exhibition Boone Family Gallery, Pasadena City College, Pasadena, California



Ceramic Pieces


I am deeply grateful to share my ceramic creations with you, each piece lovingly inspired by the rich traditions of Taino culture and other Indigenous roots. Every work is crafted with intention, honoring the spirits of our ancestors and the stories they continue to tell through art.

I warmly welcome commissions and would be honored to collaborate on a piece that holds deep meaning for you. However, I kindly ask for your understanding that masks carry sacred significance in Taino culture, and as such, they are reserved exclusively for Taino Indigenous peoples or permanent collections in museums to honor their sacred role.

If you have any questions or would like to explore a commission, please please reach out to my assistant, Kristina Tukuya, at sacredtainoceramics@gmail.com. It would be a joy to create something meaningful together. 



Ancestral Birds, 2024
Low Fire Terracotta Clay
Underglazes
Kiln Firing
H: 7” x C: 18”
Available at Bronx Arts Space Gallery, NY




Cassava Offering, 2024
Ceremonial Rattle
Low Fire Terracotta Clay
Engobes
Kiln Firing
H: 5.5” x C: 4”
Available at Bronx Arts Space Gallery, NY



Iguanaboina, 2023
Ceremonial Planting Vessel
Low Fire Terracotta Clay
Kiln Firing
H: 9.5” x C: 17.2”
Sold Out



Ancestral Puebloans Beans Pot, 2023
New Mexico Micaceous Clay
Wood Firing
H: 9.5”
C: 27.5”
Personal Collection



Opia - Ancestor- Mask 2023
White Raku Clay, Underglaze and Gold Luster
Kiln Firing
H: 11.1”
W:11.5”
D: 5.5”
Ceremonial Gift to Indigenous Leader



Behike - shaman -2024
Low Fire Terracotta Clay
Underglazes
Kiln Firing
H: 7”
W: 4.5”
D: 2.2”
Personal Collection



Yuca Offering, 2024
Ceremonial Rattle
Low Fire Terracotta Clay
Underglazes
Kiln Firing
H: 6.5” x C: 6”
Sold Out


Journey, 2024
Ceremonial Whistle
Low Fire Terracotta Clay
Underglazes
Kiln Firing
H: 6.5” x C: 6”
Sold Out


Cooking and Dinning set , 2023
New Mexico Micaceous Clay
Kiln Firing
Sold Out

Four Corners, 2023
Ceremonial Vessel
Low Fire Terracotta Clay
Underglazes
Kiln Firing
H: 4” x L: 12” W: 10”
Sold Out



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